Uber to Launch an AI Assistant to Help Drivers Embrace Electric Vehicles [Video]

Last updated October 9, 2024
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Set to launch in early 2025, the assistant will build on the personal requests of the driver and tailor responses to their needs and location.

At the Go Get Zero conference in London, Uber announced the upcoming launch of an AI assistant powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4. The assistant is designed to support drivers in adopting electric and sustainable practices. By early 2025, the company said, the chatbot’s functions will be expanded to address a wider range of questions related to electric vehicles.

According to sources, the assistant will focus on inquiries related to electric vehicles, such as charging locations and purchase recommendations. Drivers can access the AI assistant directly from the home screen of the Uber driver app, which will be updated with the latest information.

The assistant will build on the driver’s personal requests and tailor responses to each. The company claims that GPT-4 can support over50 …