More importantly, are there really any Uber drivers out there who see it as a long-term job for themselves?

I'm curious how many are aware of Uber's plans to automate everything and completely kill the need for drivers. That might be here sooner than we all expect.

Many may not employment options, but I sure as heck wouldn't tie my boat to a company that has stated their strategic mission is to remove the need for my job entirely from their org.