Content overview: “Uber Launches Self-Driving Robotaxi Trial in Manchester with Pony and Verne Technology”. Uber has started testing autonomous vehicles on public roads in Manchester, marking its first step toward rolling out robotaxis across the UK. The trial uses technology from partner firms Pony and Verne, the same companies behind Uber's recent launch of Europe's first autonomous taxi service in Zagreb, Croatia. The move signals Uber's push to expand self-driving ride-hailing beyond the US and into key European markets. Manchester's busy urban environment provides a real-world testing ground for the technology, helping Uber gather data on safety, navigation, and passenger experience.
If successful, the trial could accelerate regulatory approval and commercial deployment in other UK cities. Uber's partnership with Pony and Verne allows it to leverage cutting-edge autonomous driving systems without developing the technology in-house. The company has not yet announced when the service will be available to the public, but the trial is a clear indication that robotaxis are moving closer to everyday use in Britain. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.