Avis Will Manage Self-Driving Car Fleet for Waymo

The video discusses Waymo's public trials of self-driving vehicles in Phoenix, AZ, and their partnership with Avis for vehicle maintenance. Avis, which also owns Zipcar, may expand this collaboration to include Waymo's technology across the Zipcar network. The partnership is seen as a potential boost for Avis, whose sales have been declining. Although the financial details are not fully disclosed, Waymo is paying a lump fee to Avis, and the future model may include a commercial service for autonomous vehicles. The partnership with Alphabet signals a significant investment in autonomous technology, with potential expansion beyond Phoenix.

What is the primary role of Avis in Waymo's public trials in Phoenix?

• Marketing the trials to the public

• Developing self-driving technology

• Handling vehicle maintenance and storage

• Providing drivers for the vehicles

What potential future collaboration is being considered between Waymo and Zipcar?

• Launching a joint marketing campaign

• Integrating self-driving technology into the Zipcar network

• Developing a new line of electric vehicles

• Building a new headquarters together

Why might the partnership with Waymo be significant for Avis?

• It allows Avis to enter the electric vehicle market

• It helps Avis expand internationally

• It could help boost Avis's declining sales

• It provides Avis with new marketing strategies

What is currently known about the financial arrangement between Waymo and Avis?

• Waymo is paying Avis a lump sum

• Avis is investing in Waymo's technology

• Avis is paying Waymo for technology access

• Waymo is providing free vehicles to Avis

What future model is Waymo considering for its partnership with Avis?

• A subscription-based service

• A commercial model similar to ride-sharing

• A free service for all users

• A government-funded initiative