Also partners DoorDash on autonomous delivery vehicles

Micromobility startup Also, spun out from Rivian, has partnered with DoorDash to develop autonomous delivery vehicles. DoorDash also participated in Also's $200 million Series C funding round, securing a board seat. This collaboration marks a significant step for Also, which has already received substantial investment and orders for its electric delivery vehicles from Amazon. The partnership suggests a focus on integrating advanced autonomy, potentially leveraging technology from Rivian or DoorDash's own autonomous vehicle initiatives like its 'Dot' robot. This move signals a growing trend in utilizing specialized electric vehicles for last-mile delivery with enhanced self-driving capabilities.