Startup Nuro Autonomous Delivery Vehicles Prepare for Comeback.
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Startup Nuro Autonomous Delivery Vehicles Prepare for Comeback.
Nuro, a pioneering autonomous delivery startup, is readying itself for a significant return to the spotlight. After experiencing setbacks and financial hurdles, the company has received approval from the California Department of Motor Vehicles to test its third-generation R3 autonomous delivery vehicle across four Bay Area cities. This article delves into Nuro’s journey, the significance of this approval, the technology behind their vehicles, and what the future holds for autonomous delivery systems. Nuro's Journey: From Concept to Reality Nuro was founded by Jiajun Zhu and Dave Ferguson, both former engineers at Google’s self-driving car project, Waymo. Their vision was to revolutionize last-mile delivery by creating autonomous vehicles specifically designed for transporting goods rather than people. Since its inception, Nuro has focused on developing and refining its technology, leading to the creation of the R3, its third-generation vehicle. Early on, Nuro secured significant inve…
