Uber Launches First Driverless Car Ride: Exclusive First Look

TLDRABC News gets an exclusive first look at Uber's launch of its driverless car ride in Phoenix Arizona. The self-driving Robo taxi service has been operating for several years and is now available to the general public.

Key insights

🚘Uber has launched its first driverless car ride service in Phoenix, Arizona.

🚕The self-driving Robo taxi service has been operating for several years in Phoenix.

📱Passengers can request a driverless car through the Uber app.

👥The driver's seat is empty, and the car operates autonomously.

🔒Safety measures, such as cameras and sensors, are in place to ensure a safe ride.

Q&A

Is it safe to ride in a driverless car?

Uber ensures that its driverless cars have safety measures in place, such as cameras and sensors, to ensure a safe ride.

How long has Uber's self-driving service been operating in Phoenix?

Uber's self-driving service has been operating for several years in Phoenix, Arizona.

How can passengers request a driverless car?

Passengers can request a driverless car through the Uber app.

Do driverless rides cost more than rides with human drivers?

Driverless rides with Uber do not cost any more than rides with human drivers.

Are there any accidents involving Uber's driverless cars?

According to federal regulators, autonomous vehicles across all companies have had nearly 200 accidents so far this year, but the majority had no injuries and only minor damage.

Timestamped Summary

00:02ABC News exclusive first look at Uber launching its first driverless car ride in Phoenix, Arizona.

00:19GMA gets an exclusive first look at the latest Uber offering: completely autonomous driving through the streets of Phoenix.

01:36The Uber ride starts with an empty driver's seat, and passengers need to buckle up and hit the start ride button to begin the journey.

01:58The safety of riding in a driverless car is a common concern, but Uber assures that their driverless cars have safety measures, including careful navigation in complex situations.

02:46Federal regulators report that autonomous vehicles have had nearly 200 accidents this year, but the majority had no injuries and only minor damage.