Uber CEO Says Company Knows Drivers Use Tesla Self-Driving Features
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said his company knows drivers are using Tesla's self-driving features while giving rides. He also said Uber would "love" to add Tesla to its network of robotaxi partnerships.
Uber's top boss is admitting what many passengers might not realize: some of their drivers are letting the car do part of the driving.
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber knows drivers use Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Autopilot features during rides. These systems can steer, brake, and change lanes with limited human oversight.
Real drivers on Reddit and Tesla forums say they use these features constantly. One Uber driver said he uses Autopilot more than 90% of the time and FSD about 60% of the time. Another called the Tesla-Uber combo "very easy on the driver."
Khosrowshahi also said Uber wants Tesla as a robotaxi partner. Robotaxis are fully self-driving cars with no human driver at all.
Uber currently allows Tesla vehicles on its platform, but the company doesn't officially endorse using self-driving features during rides. Some drivers worry passengers might report feeling unsafe if they notice the car is partly driving itself.
If you ride in an Uber driven by a Tesla, the car might be partly driving itself. This could change how safe rides feel and how much human drivers are actually controlling the vehicle during your trip.
Watch for Uber to announce official rules about self-driving features or a formal Tesla robotaxi partnership.
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