This is Uber’s new robotaxi from Lucid and Nuro

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, Uber, Lucid Motors, and Nuro unveiled a highly anticipated production-intent version of their collaborative robotaxi, offering a glimpse into the future of urban transportation. This innovation comes after a strategic partnership that saw Uber invest $300 million into Lucid, securing a commitment to purchase 20,000 of Lucid's electric vehicles. Currently undergoing real-world testing, the robotaxi is set to hit the San Francisco Bay Area later this year as part of its commercial rollout. This vehicle, built on the Lucid Gravity SUV platform, boasts an array of advanced technologies including high-resolution cameras, solid-state lidar sensors, and radars, all seamlessly integrated into its design. The autonomy system is powered by Nvidia’s Drive AGX Thor computer, enhancing its self-driving capabilities. A notable feature of the robotaxi is its unique 'halo' design, which incorporates LED lights to help riders easily identify their vehicle, reminiscent of the identification systems used by Waymo’s Jaguar I-Pace models. This streamlined approach not only saves time but also reduces costs, as Lucid integrates the necessary technology during the manufacturing process at its Casa Grande, Arizona facility, unlike competitors who must retrofit existing models. The latest iteration of the robotaxi includes a user-friendly interface, featuring a display on the halo that welcomes passengers and an interior screen providing essential ride information. Similar to Waymo's interface, the rear passenger screen presents a graphical representation of the robotaxi navigating through traffic, complete with data on nearby vehicles and pedestrians. Although the interactive software developed by Uber was not available for demonstration, it promises to include vital information such as estimated drop-off times, remaining ride duration, and options to control climate and music settings. Additionally, riders will have access to support features and a command to request the vehicle to stop. The showcased model at the Fontainebleau hotel highlights the Gravity’s impressive interior space, particularly in the two-row configuration, with a three-row variant also planned for future release. However, Lucid has faced challenges in its initial production year, grappling with software issues that led to an apology from interim CEO Marc Winterhoff to owners regarding their experiences. Despite these setbacks, Lucid has reported a strong recovery, doubling its production targets for 2024 and achieving new sales milestones. The future of the robotaxi remains to be seen, as Uber, Lucid, and Nuro prepare for final validations before commencing full-scale production later this year, although a specific timeline has yet to be established.