3 6 Ke·2025-07-19 10:45Group 1 - Uber is investing hundreds of millions of dollars to develop its own Robotaxi fleet in collaboration with Chinese Robotaxi companies and the L4 company Nuro, founded by a Fudan University alumnus [1][2][5] - The plan involves deploying over 20,000 Robotaxis in the U.S. over the next six years, averaging 833 vehicles per quarter [2][5] - The initial Robotaxi fleet is expected to launch in 2026, with Uber providing exclusive services [5][14] Group 2 - Uber will invest $300 million (approximately 2.15 billion yuan) in Lucid, which will supply the vehicle platform, while Nuro will receive significantly more funding for its L4 technology [5][7] - The Robotaxi will utilize Lucid's Gravity SUV, which has a range of 450 miles (approximately 724.2 kilometers) and a starting price of $79,000 (about 574,000 yuan) [9][11] - Nuro will provide the core L4 autonomous driving technology, including software and safety case development, using its latest Nuro Driver system [11][25] Group 3 - Nuro has a history of success in the autonomous delivery vehicle sector and has pivoted to focus on L4 technology due to market demand [21][23] - The partnership with Uber is seen as a strategic move for both companies, with Uber needing reliable partners and Nuro seeking external funding [14][25] - Nuro's autonomous vehicle fleet has operated over 1 million miles (approximately 1.61 million kilometers) without major safety incidents, reinforcing its reliability [25] Group 4 - Uber has been actively forming partnerships with leading Robotaxi players, including collaborations with Chinese companies and Waymo, indicating a competitive landscape in the Robotaxi market [27][28] - The expansion of Robotaxi services by competitors like Tesla and Waymo highlights the increasing competition in the autonomous vehicle sector [28][30]