After striking a technology deal with Google last month, Fiat Chrysler is reportedly in talks to form a similar partnership with Uber.
A tie-up between FCA and Uber could be announced by the end of this year, an anonymous source told Automotive News. For now, talks are in the early stages.
In an unprecedented move, FCA and Google agreed to work together on self-driving cars last month. The automaker has offered up 100 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans uniquely built to accommodate Google’s self-driving technology. Google will equip these vehicles with sensors, cameras, radar, and other technologies. Meanwhile, Uber is also working hard on autonomous vehicles, having recently tested its technology on a Ford Fusion Hybrid.
Another anonymous source told Automotive News that Uber is talking to many different automakers. That’s no surprise, considering Toyota and Uber recently agreed to collaborate on ride sharing.
Cash-strapped FCA could benefit greatly from partners like Uber. The ride-hailing company offers up a large fleet of cars from which to gather data and help improve self-driving systems. FCA Chairman John Elkann has made it a point to work with large technology companies instead of trying to compete with them at their own game. FCA was reportedly in talks with Amazon on self-driving vehicles for the retailer’s delivery services, but the parties haven’t yet reached a final agreement.
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