This is not the first time we have talked to you about Uber’s interest in the independent truck industry. In 2016, the company announced its intention to offer driverless truck freight services, an idea that later led to Uber Freight. However, as Reuters has confirmed, the company seems to have decided to close its autonomous truck division.
Uber notifies the closing of its autonomous truck division
According to the source, the decision was taken to develop autonomous trucks with the aim of strengthening the autonomous car division of Uber, in which the company would see more potential. Against this background, the employees who were previously involved in the development of this technology will continue to work for Uber, but will concentrate on the field of autonomous automobiles.
On the other hand, Uber Freight’s initiative will not be affected by the closure of the Freight Trucks division. Therefore, users will continue to use the app that connects truck drivers to companies or individuals who need to rent transport services.
This is undoubtedly a rather unexpected step, which surprised all those who follow Uber’s business closely because there were no rumors about the closure of the autonomous truck division. As always, we will remain vigilant when it comes to news.