We rode in dozens of driverless robotaxis in China. They're far from perfect, but they're ahead of most of the world.

We rode in dozens of driverless robotaxis in China. They're far from perfect, but they're ahead of most of the world.

Bryant Walker Smith, the main author, in a Baidu Apollo robotaxi in Wuhan.Courtesy of Bryant Walker SmithBryant Walker Smith and Sven Beiker have spent hours riding in both Chinese and American robotaxis.China's robotaxis aren't perfect, but they're ahead of most of the world, they say.Quirks like tricky apps and long waits are part of the experience of early robotaxi riding.Intrigued by automated driving? Perhaps you've already tried one of the…