THE STORY

A Founder and His Muse

A Better Way… Human To Human

After a short stint as a driver for the two major rideshare companies, our founder, Ray Palermo, realized there was “A Better Way.” He established Auto-Pilot Private Rideshare replacing the impersonal, algorithm-driven systems used by the “majors” with a customer-focused, person to person system.

Using “dinosaur business practices,” Auto-Pilot brings personal service to rideshare. Our drivers are those you’d recommend to a neighbor—professionals you trust to pick up your elderly parents from the airport, arriving on time in a spotless well maintained car. While some consider human to human service outdated, we believe in building our business through the support, trust, and referrals of our neighbors. By fostering these relationships, we continually enhance our service. At Auto-Pilot, customers are friends and neighbors, not transactions.

*Giovanni, The Inspiration For Auto-Pilot

Well before Uber was a “thing,” in the ancient town of Sezze near Rome, Ray was referred to Giovanni, a local driver. Giovanni’s service, his meticulously maintained car, his knowledge of the area, and his dedication to safety and security inspire Ray Palermo and Auto-Pilot.

 

Ray Palermo, Founder-Pilot

Ray, a proud metro Atlanta resident for over 40 years, is more than just a driver. With an exceptional 4.99-star rating as a premier rideshare pilot, driving isn't just a job—it's his vocation, a means of serving his community.

The overwhelming demand for rebooking him inspired the creation of Auto-Pilot. Besides driving, Ray's love for cars shines at car meets, showcasing his lifelong affection for automobiles.

When not on the road, Ray collaborates with Lucia, his wife, to design inventive open-fire cooking devices.