Why Uber Stopped Autonomous Vehicle Tests

The transcript discusses the challenges and future of self-driving cars, focusing on Uber's role in testing and expanding this technology. It highlights safety concerns, the need for coexistence between human and machine drivers, and the long-term rollout of self-driving cars. The conversation also touches on Uber's PR challenges and their responses to public perception issues.

What was the public's reaction to the self-driving car accident involving Uber?

• They were excited about the technology.

• They were indifferent to the incident.

• They were nervous and concerned.

• They were supportive of Uber's efforts.

What is a major challenge in making self-driving cars mainstream?

• Limited consumer demand for self-driving cars.

• Lack of interest from car manufacturers.

• The need for new infrastructure and technology readiness.

• High cost of self-driving technology.

In which cities is Uber conducting actual passenger trips with self-driving cars?

• San Francisco and New York

• Phoenix and Los Angeles

• Arizona and Pittsburgh

• Chicago and Miami

What role do human drivers play in Uber's self-driving cars?

• They drive the car manually at all times.

• They are only there for decoration.

• They are there to monitor and assist if needed.

• They are not present at all.

How did Uber respond to the PR challenges following the self-driving car incident?

• They increased the number of self-driving cars on the road.

• They blamed the other vehicle involved.

• They took the cars off the streets and redeployed after investigation.

• They ignored the incident completely.