Uber plans Detroit facility so it can collaborate with automakers

Following last week's self-driving car news, Uber is preparing to open a new facility in Detroit. The ride-sharing company revealed a fleet of autonomous Ford Fusions a few days ago that are already taking passengers around Pittsburgh. Today, vice president of global vehicle programs Sherif Marakby said that the new outpost will be used to strengthen its collaboration with automakers that are headquartered in Michigan. Ford Motor Company's HQ is located in nearby Dearborn and Uber chose the automaker's 4-door sedans for its self-driving pilot. Marakby went on to explain that Uber doesn't have any interest in building its own hardware or vehicles, but it wants to work with companies on its plans for the future of the service.