CBS reporter tests London's first self-driving taxis
CBS News reporter Leigh Kiniry tested London's first self-driving taxis, powered by Wayve AI technology, during a ride with Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall. Uber has deployed 15 autonomous vehicles in the city, each with a required supervisor. Kiniry experienced navigating challenging London streets, including narrow passages and areas with high pedestrian and cyclist traffic, noting that while the AI handled many complex scenarios, some situations still required supervisor intervention.
The launch of self-driving taxis in London marks a significant step in the adoption of autonomous vehicle technology in a complex urban environment, with implications for future urban transportation and AI development.