Uber and Wayve said they intended to start robotaxi trips in London later this summer. The rollout now appears unlikely to occur before the end of the year. The UK government granted the first minicab licences to the two firms, allowing them to operate self‑driving cars with a human safety driver aboard. Regulatory and technical challenges, including the absence of clear guidance from the Department for Transport on required safety standards, have postponed the planned launch. The companies have not indicated a new timeline for a full public service. Industry observers note that the delay reflects broader uncertainty about how to regulate autonomous vehicle services in major cities.