Serve Robotics' CEO explains why delivery could be a bigger opportunity than robotaxis

Core Insights - Serve Robotics is partnering with DoorDash to expand the use of its delivery robots, starting in Los Angeles, with plans to roll out the partnership across the US [1][2] - The partnership is seen as complementary, as there is a higher demand for deliveries than the number of available robots, and different robots may be suited for different delivery scenarios [2][3] - Serve aims to create a shared platform for delivery robots, similar to how ride-hailing drivers operate across different services [4][5] Company Operations - Serve Robotics, spun out from Uber-owned Postmates in 2021, operates delivery robots in five cities: Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Miami [2] - The company collaborates with various partners, including DoorDash, Uber Eats, 7-Eleven, and Shake Shack [6] Market Trends - The market for autonomous delivery vehicles is growing, with companies like DoorDash and Waymo expanding their offerings [10][11] - The potential market for delivery robots is considered to be as large, if not larger, than that for self-driving cars, as everyday items are frequently delivered [13]