DoorDash and Waymo have partnered to launch an autonomous delivery service in Metro Phoenix, with plans to expand later this year, and are offering a limited-time $10 Waymo ride promotion for DashPass members in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Phoenix through December 2025.
DoorDash has introduced a new autonomous delivery robot called Dot in Phoenix, designed to efficiently deliver small goods within local neighborhoods, navigating bike lanes, roads, and sidewalks at speeds up to 20 mph, aiming to enhance local commerce and delivery efficiency.
DoorDash has introduced a delivery robot named Dot and a smart scale for restaurants, marking its entry into hardware development and autonomous delivery solutions, with plans to expand these technologies to more markets in the future.
DoorDash has introduced Dot, an in-house developed autonomous delivery robot designed for quick, safe, and eco-friendly local deliveries, starting in Arizona. It integrates with DoorDash's Autonomous Delivery Platform, which orchestrates various delivery methods like robots, drones, and human Dashers to optimize efficiency and meet rising demand for local commerce. This innovation aims to benefit merchants, consumers, and Dashers by providing faster, more reliable delivery options while supporting sustainable urban mobility. The deployment marks a significant step toward building a comprehensive, AI-powered delivery ecosystem that enhances local economies.
DoorDash CEO Tony Xu acknowledges the challenges in developing autonomous delivery technology, describing the journey as filled with 'pain and suffering,' but notes the company is beginning to see early commercial progress, including testing drone and robot deliveries in various locations, with no specific rollout timeline yet.