# Lyft and Baidu Join London Robotaxi Race as Tests Start

Lyft and Baidu have begun testing their self-driving taxis in London, entering a competitive market already occupied by Waymo and Uber. This move expands the global robotaxi battle beyond the US and China into a key European city. The trials signal growing international interest in autonomous ride-hailing services.

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### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/28/lyft-and-baidu-enter-londons-robotaxi-battleground-as-testing-begins/) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000