Electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group has unveiled a prototype robotaxi developed in collaboration with Uber and autonomous driving technology firm Nuro, marking a strategic push into autonomous mobility as the company reports stronger-than-expected Q4 delivery performance, according to Yahoo Finance.
The robotaxi prototype, revealed on Thursday, is based on Lucid’s EV platform and integrates Nuro’s autonomous driving system, while Uber is expected to play a central role in fleet deployment and ride-hailing operations. The partnership positions Lucid as a potential challenger to Tesla and Waymo in the rapidly evolving autonomous transport space.
Lucid said the prototype is designed specifically for ride-hailing use cases, prioritising passenger comfort, extended range, and operational efficiency. The vehicle leverages Lucid’s proprietary battery and powertrain technology, which has been widely recognised for industry-leading range and energy efficiency. Nuro’s autonomy stack, already tested in commercial delivery operations in the United States, is being adapted for passenger transport under Uber’s platform.
Uber executives have previously stated that the company does not intend to manufacture vehicles itself, instead partnering with automakers and autonomous technology providers to scale robotaxi services. The Lucid-Nuro collaboration aligns with Uber’s broader strategy, which includes existing partnerships with Waymo, Motional, and other autonomous vehicle developers, as reported by Reuters and Bloomberg.
The announcement comes as Lucid reported robust fourth-quarter deliveries, easing some investor concerns around demand and cash burn. While the company has struggled with production scale and profitability since going public, recent delivery gains suggest improving execution amid a challenging EV market marked by price competition and slowing global demand.
Autonomous mobility remains a long-term bet for Lucid. Industry analysts note that robotaxi platforms could provide recurring, high-margin revenue streams if regulatory approval and large-scale deployment are achieved. However, significant hurdles remain, including safety validation, regulatory clearance across jurisdictions, and high upfront capital costs.
Nuro, backed by investors including SoftBank, has focused primarily on autonomous delivery vehicles but has signalled ambitions to expand into passenger mobility. Its collaboration with Lucid represents a strategic evolution, while Uber gains another potential supply partner as it races to integrate autonomy into its global network.
Lucid has not disclosed a commercial launch timeline for the robotaxi, stating that further testing and regulatory engagement are required. Still, the prototype underscores growing convergence between EV manufacturing, autonomous software, and ride-hailing platforms, a trend shaping the future of urban transport.
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