Uber begins autonomous rides in Zagreb with Verne and Pony.ai
Uber said autonomous rides are now available on its app in Zagreb, Croatia, as it expands partnerships with robotics and self-driving technology providers.
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Uber said autonomous rides are now available on its app in Zagreb, Croatia, as it expands partnerships with robotics and self-driving technology providers.
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