I agree the video is confusing. I think that was special for its maiden voyage. It seems like it will be on its own thereafter, hence: […] if Hitchbot's powe

I agree the video is confusing. I think that was special for its maiden voyage. It seems like it will be on its own thereafter, hence: […] if Hitchbot's power runs out when it is waiting for its next ride, written instructions on its body will tell people how to strap it into the car and plug it in, and direct people to a help website.