Avride secures strategic investments up to $375M for self-driving cars, deliveries - The Robot Report

Avride Inc., an Austin-based startup founded in 2017, has secured up to $375 million in strategic investments to advance its autonomous vehicle (AV) and delivery robot technologies. The company has tested its self-driving systems in diverse environments—including rain, snow, urban streets, and side roads—and its delivery robots have already completed hundreds of thousands of orders in the U.S. and internationally. Avride’s technology benefits from shared advancements between its passenger AVs and sidewalk delivery robots, underscoring its scalable and reliable autonomous solutions. A key component of Avride’s growth is its expanded partnership with Uber Technologies and AI infrastructure provider Nebius Group. Avride’s delivery robots currently operate through Uber Eats in Austin, Dallas, and Jersey City, and the company plans to launch its first robotaxi service on Uber’s ride-hailing platform in Dallas by the end of 2025. The new funding will accelerate Avride’s scaling efforts, AI-driven product development, and market expansion. Unlike leaders such