Fiat Said to Seek Uber Partnership on Driverless Cars

Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Fiat, is actively pursuing partnerships with tech companies like Google and Uber. Fiat was the first major carmaker to sign a deal with Google for self-driving cars, and discussions with Uber and Amazon are underway. Unlike competitors who invest in tech companies, Fiat prefers partnerships, a strategy driven by limited capital. The Google partnership involves developing self-driving cars using Chrysler Pacifica minivans, and a similar approach may be taken with Uber.

What was the first major tech company that Fiat partnered with for self-driving cars?

• Google

• Apple

• Amazon

• Uber

How does Fiat's strategy differ from that of GM and Ford?

• Fiat avoids any collaboration with tech firms

• Fiat competes directly with tech companies

• Fiat focuses on partnerships rather than investments

• Fiat invests heavily in tech companies

What is one criticism of Fiat's strategy to partner with tech companies?

• They are too focused on traditional car manufacturing

• They have too much capital to invest

• They lack the technology to compete

• They don't have enough cash to invest

What is a potential outcome of Fiat's collaboration with Uber?

• Fiat will provide software for Uber's operations

• Fiat will manufacture electric scooters for Uber

• Fiat will sell cars directly to Uber

• Fiat will develop a new ride-sharing app

In the partnership with Google, what vehicle model is involved in the joint venture?

• Dodge Charger

• Fiat 500

• Chrysler Pacifica

• Jeep Wrangler