Uber and Cruise shift gears with autonomous vehicle partnership

Uber and Cruise have announced a strategic partnership that will introduce Cruise's autonomous vehicles to Uber's service platform. The initiative is slated to begin next year and will feature Chevy Bolt-based autonomous vehicles aimed at transforming urban mobility. Customers using Uber may soon find the option to select an autonomous vehicle for their trips, provided their ride meets certain criteria. This integration is designed to offer a new, innovative choice for riders, emphasizing safety and technological advancement. Marc Whitten, CEO of Cruise, commented on the partnership, stating, 'Cruise is on a mission to leverage driverless technology to create safer streets… [Continue Reading]