##  Waabi Gears Up for Driverless Launch with Industry Veteran at the Helm

**Self-driving truck company appoints Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron as Chief Operating Officer.**


Toronto-based Waabi, a startup focused on developing autonomous trucking technology, has secured a key player in the industry to lead its commercial operations. Lior Ron, former CEO of Uber Freight and an experienced veteran in the autonomous vehicle sector, will join Waabi as its new Chief Operating Officer. This strategic move comes as the company prepares for the highly anticipated launch of its driverless trucks on public highways later this year.

“Lior’s deep understanding of both the trucking industry and the complexities of scaling autonomous technology will be invaluable to Waabi as we enter this critical phase,” said [Name],  Waabi’s Founder and CEO. "His leadership will be essential in ensuring a successful and impactful launch of our driverless trucks."


Ron brings over two decades of experience in building and leading successful businesses within the transportation and logistics industry. 
He previously served as the CEO of Uber Freight, where he spearheaded the company's rapid growth and expansion into a major player in the freight market.  


##  Waabi Gears Up for Driverless Launch with Industry Veteran at the Helm

**Self-driving truck company appoints Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron as Chief Operating O

Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron leaves to join self-driving startu

Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron leaves to join self-driving startup Waabi as COO

##  Lyft Embarks on New Autonomous Driving Journey with Latest Partnership 

**Ride-sharing giant joins forces in bid to expand self-driving fleet.**

In a move mirroring its ambitions for the future of transportation, Lyft has announced a new partnership aimed at bolstering its self-driving capabilities. This collaboration marks one of several strategic alliances Lyft has forged in this burgeoning field.  

Meanwhile, rival Uber continues to dominate the robotaxi landscape, boasting an ever-expanding portfolio of partnerships in autonomous driving technology. 




##  Lyft Embarks on New Autonomous Driving Journey with Latest Partnership 

**Ride-sharing giant joins forces in bid to expand self-driving fleet.**

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