DoorDash Unveils Delivery Robot ‘Dot’

DoorDash's Delivery Strategy - DoorDash is focusing on the Greater Phoenix area for autonomous delivery in the current year [1] - The company aims to reach approximately 15 million (15%) customers by the end of the year in the focused area [1] - DoorDash's delivery robot, DOT, is designed to carry up to 30 pounds of cargo [3] - DOT is designed to operate in the 3 to 5 mile range, utilizing bike lanes, roads, and sidewalks [3] - A key design feature of DOT is its ability to navigate sidewalks and approach merchants' doorsteps closely [4] Autonomous Delivery Platform (ADP) - DoorDash announced an Autonomous Delivery Platform (ADP) to integrate various delivery methods, including robots and drones [5] - The company envisions a multimodal delivery system incorporating Dashers, drones, and DOT [5][6] - DoorDash is expanding its delivery services beyond restaurants to include groceries, household items, and electronics [7] Manufacturing and Technology - The manufacturing location and component sourcing for DOT are still under internal discussion [8][9] - DOT's technology is developed in the U S at DoorDash Labs [9] - DOT is designed as a fully autonomous system capable of navigating various environments, including pedestrians and vehicles [9][10]