Uber starts offering rides in fully autonomous Waymo cars in Phoenix, Arizona; users can accept or reject the autonomous option, which includes a 24/7 helpline
This is a narrative violation of the Tesla bull thesis that Tesla is a trillion dollar company because it will launch a self driving car business that will render Uber obsolete. … @paninid@mastodon.world : Since a 24/7 helpline is available, just leverage the technology to enable remote-operated vehicles on the road, and avoid this whole mess. — Why try to make fetch happen? — @Techmeme LinkedIn: Kevin Gay : We're excited to bring another innovation to the Uber experience through today's launch. When matched with a Waymo vehicle on Uber … Marton Sziraczki : There are even more ways now of getting a ride in a Waymo, thanks to our partnership with Uber if you are in PHX you can order a Waymo via their app. … Steve Soleimani : Starting today, Uber customers can get matched with a fully autonomous, all-electric #Waymo ride — with no human driver behind the wheel …