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Brits believe roads will be fully driverless in 15 years, but want tougher laws

News RoomBy News RoomJune 11, 2025
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Driverless Cars: A National Stores Summit Holds Key Insights into Future Implications

The government has planned to introduce self-driving vehicles in a staggered timeline, commencing starting from spring 2026. These legislation, pending approval by a year later, promises to revolutionize transportation and urban mobility. However, research suggests uncertainties regarding safety, particularly as technologies evolve rapidly. A significant proportion of UK smartphone users have expressed skepticism, with a recent poll showing the majority foreseeing self-driving cars becoming a routine feature within 15 years (Image: Anadolu Agency via Getty Images). A quarter of young adults predicts the adoption of self-driving cars by 2028, underscoring public anxiety over immediate implementations.

Despite these concerns, the safety of driverless technology remains a bold topic. Driven by concerns that human error could still produce catastrophic accidents, a survey of 2,000 respondents found that half believe self-driving cars are "okay" for the first time, while nearly three-quarters believe they pose not only economic but also安全隐患. This finding highlights a clear gap in public understanding: public attitudes must shift轨迹, mirroring those observed with driverless technology, especially regarding human error.

The government’s publication of "The Laws of Automative Safety" issued by the National Accident Helpline marked a turning point. The bill emphasizes stricter limitations on human involvement in safety measures, reinforcing the accountability imperative. Competitors like Uber and Wayve have rapidly accelerated into the market, with a robotaxi service to be launched in London as soon as spring 2026 and plans for full implementation in the second half of 2027. This shift aligns with broader national strategies to combat future driverless car adoption.

Political factors play a significant role in shaping this narrative. Heidi Alexander emphasized that autonomous technologies, including self-driving cars, could pave the way for the UK to join global leaders in technological advancement. Companies like Wayve aim to offer a seamless robotaxi service, while Uber is vying as soon as spring 2026. These developments underscore the evolving political landscape of public interest, where safety, regulation, and political intent converge.

Liabilities, another critical area of discourse, remain a central concern. While manufacturers bear more responsibility for self-driving vehicles compared to human-driven ones, public attitudes are likely to shift significantly over time. A compelling statistic from a recent survey reveals that while 33% of respondents trust autonomous technology in planes more than driverless cars, this view becomes obsolete after a decade, much like how we’ve underestimated the impact of driverless cars up until now.

As I reflect on this period, it becomes evident that while self-driving vehicles represent a transformative potential in transportation, their introduction is fraught with significant challenges. The research and political frameworks support this, yet public concern mirrors past concerns, indicating a broader shift away from reliance on human control. This complex narrative reflects the dynamic nature of technology and its impact on society, highlighting the profound implications of introducing driverless vehicles.

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