UK survey finds 66% oppose driverless cars as government plans 2026 autonomous vehicle pilot
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Summary
A survey of 1,000 British adults reveals 66% hold negative views of driverless cars, with only 12% positive. Despite public concerns, the UK government plans to pilot driverless taxi and bus services from spring 2026, with fully autonomous domestic vehicles expected by late 2027. Key worries include safety (24%), technical failures (18%), lack of human control (17%), and hacking risks (12%). Currently, limited self-driving tech is allowed but requires a human driver at the wheel.
Key quotes
· 4 pulled66% have a negative opinion of driverless cars
Only 12% have a positive opinion
84% of drivers would not be willing to own a driverless car
Safety is the biggest worry for 24%
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