Waymo plans to launch a robotaxi service in London in 2026

Core Insights - Waymo announced plans to launch a commercial robotaxi service in London by 2026, marking its second international expansion after Tokyo [1][4] - The company has established a presence in the UK since acquiring Latent Logic in 2019, which has enhanced its self-driving technology [2] - Waymo will initially deploy human safety drivers in its all-electric Jaguar I-Pace vehicles before transitioning to driverless operations [3][4] Company Operations - Waymo will utilize Moove for fleet operations, similar to its partnerships in other cities like Austin and Atlanta, where Uber manages vehicle maintenance and access [5] - The company has expanded its testing and commercial operations to multiple U.S. cities, including plans for services in Miami, Nashville, and Washington DC [6]