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Uber Eats is launching a delivery service with Cartken’s sidewalk robots in Japan - StartupNews.fyi

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Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Uber Eats is launching a delivery service with Cartken’s sidewalk robots in Japan - StartupNews.fyi

Uber, in partnership with Mitsubishi Electric and autonomous robotics startup Cartken, is launching a delivery service in Tokyo using self-driving sidewalk robots. The service, operated through the Uber Eats app, will start in a select area of Tokyo by the end of March. The robots, called Model C, are equipped with a 27-liter cargo bin and can travel at 3.3 miles per hour. Sensors and advanced software help the robots detect and navigate their surroundings, with the ability for remote monitoring and guidance if necessary. This marks Uber and Cartken's first international collaboration, with Mitsubishi Electric supervising operations in Tokyo.

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Uber ties up with Avride for food deliveries, robotaxi rides

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Uber ties up with Avride for food deliveries, robotaxi rides

- Uber is partnering with autonomous technology startup Avride for food deliveries and robotaxi services. - This partnership expands Uber's network of self-driving technology partners, which includes Waymo, Cruise, and WeRide. - Avride's sidewalk robots will be used for Uber Eats deliveries in Austin, Dallas, and Jersey City, with plans to expand to more cities. - Avride and Uber plan to launch robotaxi rides in Dallas next year, giving customers the option to choose between a delivery robot or an autonomous vehicle. - Avride, based in Austin, was founded in 2017 and has already made 200,000 deliveries across five countries. - The partnership aims to expand the fleet of Avride robots within Uber Eats and launch a robotaxi service in the future.

Stellantis CEO dishes on Waymo, Rivian cuts staff and the great EV softening continues

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Stellantis CEO dishes on Waymo, Rivian cuts staff and the great EV softening continues

TechCrunch Mobility provides news and insights on the transportation industry. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares discussed various topics, including the company's EV targets, the partnership with Waymo, and upcoming vehicle releases. Meanwhile, Cooltra acquired Cityscoot, a Paris-based electric moped service, in a deal approved by the courts. In other news, Haomo.ai raised $14 million in funding for its autonomous driving technology, Uber Eats plans to use sidewalk robots for delivery in Japan, and Lucid Motors and Rivian adjusted their EV production targets. Hivemapper also announced the launch of a new dashcam to compete against Google in mapping technology.

Autonomous technology startup Avride to ramp up testing as part of Uber robotaxi rollout - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Autonomous technology startup Avride to ramp up testing as part of Uber robotaxi rollout - The Economic Times

Avride, an autonomous technology startup, is expanding vehicle testing in Dallas in preparation for launching robotaxis on the Uber platform by the year's end. Previously, Avride formed a broader partnership with Uber, deploying delivery robots on Uber Eats in various cities. The robotaxi fleet will use Hyundai's IONIQ 5 EV platform. Additionally, Avride has partnered with Grubhub to deploy delivery robots on U.S. college campuses, marking progress in autonomous transportation integration.

Delivery robot firm Serve Robotics partners with DoorDash to expand reach - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Delivery robot firm Serve Robotics partners with DoorDash to expand reach - The Economic Times

Serve Robotics is partnering with DoorDash to deploy its robotic sidewalk delivery vehicles, expanding beyond its existing partnership with Uber Eats. Initially, the service will operate in Los Angeles, with plans to extend across the U.S. This collaboration aims to tap into DoorDash's vast network of merchants and customers, potentially boosting Serve's delivery volume and revenue. Serve's CEO, Ali Kashani, sees this as an opportunity to increase demand and utilize their growing robot fleet effectively.

Uber, Nvidia-backed delivery robot startup Serve Robotics to go public

TechCrunch · 2y ago

Uber, Nvidia-backed delivery robot startup Serve Robotics to go public

Serve Robotics, the autonomous sidewalk delivery robot startup born from Uber's Postmates acquisition, is going public through a reverse merger with Patricia Acquisition Corp. The merger follows a $30 million funding round led by Uber, Nvidia, and Wavemaker Partners. Serve Robotics, previously Postmates X, aims to expand in the U.S. and advance its technology, leveraging the 100-robot delivery fleet it has under a commercial agreement with Uber Eats. The company's CEO, Ali Kashani, views going public as a more efficient route to fuel its growth.

Uber Eats to roll out AI features, more payment options

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

Uber Eats to roll out AI features, more payment options

Uber Technologies is expanding payment options on its food delivery platform, Uber Eats, and introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered assistant to enhance user experience. The platform will feature a dedicated section called "Sales Aisle" for showcasing promotional offers. Uber is also partnering with federal healthcare programs to accept relevant waiver payments and will allow recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to use their waivers for groceries on Uber Eats, targeting low-income households. The new features and partnerships aim to make the service more convenient and competitive in the food delivery industry.

Instacart partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant deliveries

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Instacart partners with Uber Eats to offer restaurant deliveries

Instacart has announced a partnership with Uber Eats to offer restaurant delivery to its customers. The collaboration will allow Instacart shoppers to access restaurant orders within the app, which will then be delivered by Uber Eats drivers. Instacart Plus members will receive free restaurant delivery for orders over $35, while regular members will be charged Uber Eats delivery fees. The deal aims to provide more benefits to Instacart customers and increase Uber Eats' reach, particularly in suburban areas where Instacart has a strong user base.

Your Delivery Robot Is Here

Wired · 1m ago

Your Delivery Robot Is Here

DoorDash unveiled Dot, a new autonomous delivery robot aimed at a hybrid delivery model integrating humans, drones, and vehicles. Dot marks renewed interest in delivery robots despite past industry struggles. Resembling existing sidewalk robots, Dot stands out with its larger size, multiple cameras, and sensors. Despite the interest, significant challenges, including public acceptance and the capability to navigate varied environments, persist. The impact of these robots on labor and transportation landscapes also remains a key concern.

Robomart unveils new delivery robot with $3 flat fee to challenge DoorDash, Uber Eats | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

Robomart unveils new delivery robot with $3 flat fee to challenge DoorDash, Uber Eats | TechCrunch

Robomart has introduced the Robomart RM5, a self-driving delivery robot that carries up to 500 pounds using 10 lockers for batch orders. Aiming to disrupt the delivery market, Robomart offers a flat $3 delivery fee, challenging platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats. The company, founded in 2017, plans to launch its service in Austin, Texas. With less than $5 million in funding, Robomart focuses on reducing delivery costs by up to 70% through automation.

Uber to buy Delivery Hero's Foodpanda business in Taiwan for $950 million

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Uber to buy Delivery Hero's Foodpanda business in Taiwan for $950 million

Uber is set to acquire Foodpanda, the Taiwanese food delivery business owned by Delivery Hero, for $950 million in cash. Additionally, Uber will purchase 8.42 million new shares in Delivery Hero, worth $300 million. The deal is expected to be completed by the first half of 2025, resulting in Foodpanda customers, merchants, and delivery partners transitioning to Uber Eats. This acquisition follows the termination of previous talks surrounding the potential sale of Foodpanda in selected markets in Southeast Asia.

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