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Uber is building an autonomous vehicle empire, and here’s every company it’s using to do it
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For software builders and operators, this means Uber is positioning itself as an integration platform and fleet manager for third-party AV services rather than a core AI developer. Integration efforts will now focus on connecting diverse autonomous driving systems into the Uber app and managing physical fleet operations like maintenance and depot logistics.
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Uber abandoned its internal autonomous vehicle development in 2020 and has since pivoted to partnering with and investing in external AV companies.
Uber is taking on physical operational roles, using companies like Avomo to manage fleet services such as vehicle maintenance, charging, and depot operations for partner AVs.
The company is making significant financial commitments to partners, including strategic investments and commercial commitments worth $375 million with Avride and a 19.7% Class A equity stake in Aurora.
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