GM and Lyft to Test Self-driving Taxis
General Motors’ Dan Ammann (center) with Lyft’s John Zimmer (right) and Logan Green (left)
The era of autonomous driving and cab hailing are taking a giant leap into the future as General Motors and Lyft are reportedly about to l begin testing a fleet of self-driving Chevrolet Bolt electric taxis on public roads within a year.
At stake: a battle to reshape the auto industry, which in turn may very well transform fleets of all types.
The news comes only a short while following GM’s $500 million investment in alternative ride-hailing company, Lyft.
Specifics have not been disclosed but initial reports suggest that customers will have the choice to select, or opt out of the pilot when hailing a Lyft from the company’s app.
Beyond the cool technology, GM is clearly attempting to jump-start sales of the Bolt. Passengers will notice that the Bolt’s battery is under the cabin floor, making the cabin feel more spacious.
Regulations loom and this is a race against the clock. So start your engines!
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