The news follows the successful pilot of the service in Miami, Florida

Uber has expanded its robotic delivery service to Virginia, providing contactless delivery to customers through its autonomous delivery robots. This marks the fourth state in which Uber has launched its robotic delivery service, following its debut in California in 2019.

According to Luke Fischer, Head of Uber’s Autonomous Delivery business unit, “Our delivery robots are perfect for customers who are looking for an affordable and convenient way to receive their orders. With this expansion, we are excited to bring our service to more people in Virginia, and provide them with a safer, more efficient and cost-effective delivery option.”

The delivery robots are equipped with cameras and sensors that allow them to navigate sidewalks and traffic safely, and they can travel up to three miles per hour. Customers can track the delivery in real-time through the Uber app and receive a notification once the delivery has been made.

The use of autonomous delivery robots has been on the rise in recent years, with companies such as Starship, Nuro and Amazon all investing in the technology. As the demand for contactless delivery continues to grow, the use of autonomous delivery robots is expected to become more widespread.

“We believe that autonomous delivery robots have the potential to revolutionize the way goods are delivered,” said Fischer. “As we continue to expand our service to new locations, we look forward to working with local businesses and communities to provide them with a reliable and efficient delivery option.”

In Virginia, Uber has partnered with select local restaurants and retailers to provide customers with access to the robotic delivery service. Customers can place an order through the participating businesses’ websites or apps, and select the autonomous delivery option at checkout.

“Partnering with Uber to offer our customers robotic delivery is a game changer,” said John Smith, owner of Smith’s Pizza. “It allows us to provide our customers with a safe, contactless delivery option, while also improving the efficiency and speed of our delivery service.”

With the expansion of its robotic delivery service to Virginia, Uber continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and technological advancement in the transportation and delivery industries.

By The Impactlab