Robotaxi Waitlist Swells as Drivers and Politicians Target Wayve HQ

London’s robotaxi rollout has hit a snag. Over 100,000 people are on Uber’s waiting list for autonomous rides, and the growing frustration has prompted a protest at Wayve’s headquarters.

Uber drivers, worried about the impact on their livelihoods, are joining the demonstration. At the same time, city politicians are calling for Transport for London to be given the authority to licence the self‑driving taxis.

The protest is set to take place at Wayve HQ, where the company is developing the robotaxi technology. Organisers say the aim is to ensure that any autonomous‑vehicle deployment is overseen by a human regulator rather than being left entirely to the machines.

While the exact outcome remains uncertain, the gathering highlights the tension between rapid technological rollout and the concerns of both workers and elected officials.