Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron leaves to join self-driving startup Waabi as COO
Lior Ron, the former CEO of Uber Freight, has joined the self-driving startup Waabi as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). Waabi, a company focused on developing self-driving truck technology, is preparing to launch its driverless trucks on public highways later this year. The move reflects Waabi's efforts to scale its commercial operations and capitalize on Ron's extensive experience in the autonomous vehicle industry. As the COO, Ron will be responsible for overseeing Waabi's day-to-day operations and driving the company's growth strategy as it aims to bring its self-driving technology to the market. The hiring of an industry veteran like Lior Ron is seen as a significant move for Waabi, as it seeks to strengthen its leadership team and position itself as a major player in the rapidly evolving self-driving truck market.
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