London urged to learn from Oslo as self-driving taxis approach city roads

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Former transport officials say London should look to Oslo’s approach as robotaxis edge closer to passenger trials in the capital. The debate raises questions over congestion, regulation and how autonomous vehicles fit into long-term transport goals.

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00:00A former Transport for London director has urged London to learn from Oslo as preparations

00:06continue for the arrival of self-driving taxis in the capital. Companies including Uber and

00:11Wave are expected to trial robo-taxis carrying passengers in London, initially with safety

00:17drivers on board. The mayor's transport strategy aims to cut traffic and increase public transport

00:22use, raising questions about how autonomous fleets would fit. The former director suggests

00:28lessons from Oslo where trials integrate autonomous vehicles with public transport rather than

00:34adding private hire congestion. He warns there is a limited window for regulation before cheaper

00:40technology could see widespread deployment reshape roads.

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