Lyft and Baidu launch robotaxi testing in London via Freenow platform

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Lyft and Baidu have entered London's autonomous vehicle market, marking a significant expansion for both companies. Baidu's Apollo Go self-driving cars will be made available through Freenow, a mobility platform that Lyft acquired in 2025. The partnership brings robotaxi testing to London, one of Europe's most competitive urban transport markets. This collaboration combines Baidu's autonomous driving technology with Lyft's growing European mobility network.

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