Tesla Rival Lucid Unveils Prototype Robotaxi In Collaboration With Uber Amid Strong Q4 Deliveries

Core Insights - Lucid Group Inc. has unveiled a prototype of its new Robotaxi, developed in collaboration with Uber and Nuro, at CES 2026 [1][2] Group 1: Robotaxi Prototype - The Robotaxi prototype is based on Lucid's Gravity SUV and features advanced sensors including cameras, radars, and LiDAR, arranged in a "halo" structure similar to Waymo's autonomous vehicles [2] - Production of the Robotaxi is set to begin at Lucid's Arizona facility later this year, with a targeted launch in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2026 [3] Group 2: Production and Deliveries - In 2025, Lucid delivered over 15,841 vehicles, marking a 55% increase in deliveries compared to 2024 [4] - The company produced 18,378 vehicles in 2025, which represents a 104% increase year-over-year [4] Group 3: Future Plans - Lucid plans to deploy over 20,000 Gravity Robotaxis across multiple U.S. cities within the next five years, with availability through the Uber app [5]