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Robotaxis on London’s streets are causing concern. This is Why
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17:27Now PlayingMost taxi drivers tell tales about who they’ve had in the back of their cab. But how would you feel about catching a cab that doesn’t have a driver in the front?
Autonomous taxis can now be ordered on London’s streets – in a move many would liken to something out of a sci-fi movie. In reality, the cars currently arrive with a human “safety” driver - but the plan is that fairly soon they won’t.
So, how safe are these vehicles? And what does the move mean for real-life cabbies who might be fearing for their jobs?
Niall Paterson is joined by Sky’s technology correspondent Rowland Manthorpe, who had an eventful journey in an autonomous taxi in central London.
Have you got a question for Niall? Email us: why@sky.uk
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