Nuro Ventures into Robotaxis and Personal Autonomous Vehicles
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Nuro Ventures into Robotaxis and Personal Autonomous Vehicles
Nuro, a pioneering company in autonomous delivery technology, has embarked on a groundbreaking expansion into robotaxis and personally owned autonomous vehicles. This strategic shift not only reflects the company’s growth and technological advancements but also signifies a transformative step in the mobility industry. By licensing its cutting-edge autonomous technology to various partners, Nuro aims to influence both commercial and consumer vehicle sectors, positioning itself as a key player in the future of transportation. Nuro’s Technological Foundation Established in 2016 by Dave Ferguson and Jiajun Zhu, Nuro emerged from the Google self-driving car project, now known as Waymo. Initially, Nuro focused on deploying autonomous delivery vehicles designed for transporting groceries and packages. Its current fleet includes the R1 and R2 models, alongside retrofitted Toyota Priuses, all of which have traveled over 1 million miles without significant safety incidents. This impressive track …
