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Uber has unveiled plans to trial autonomous 'sidewalk robots' to deliver food to people's doorsteps.
The US ride-hailing giant announced the idea as part of a raft of new features and services for its customers.
These included an option for those in certain cities to specifically request a ride in an electric car, which Uber said was part of its global commitment to becoming a zero-emissions mobility platform by 2040.
Comfort Electric is now available in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Dubai, with more cities to come soon.
The sidewalk robot concept is one of two autonomous delivery pilot programs being trialled in California.
Uber has unveiled plans to trial autonomous 'sidewalk robots' to deliver food to people's doorsteps
It will see Serve Robotics team up with Uber Eats to offer short-range, contact-free deliveries in West Hollywood
It will see Serve Robotics team up with Uber Eats to offer short-range, contact-free deliveries in West Hollywood, with customers given a pin number to unlock the robot and collect their dinner before it goes on its way.
In the Santa Monica area, autonomous vehicles built by Motional will also deliver bites to hungry customers.
'We're introducing two autonomous delivery programs in Los Angeles,' Uber said.
'Serve Robotics' friendly sidewalk robots offer short-range deliveries with easy handoffs.
'Motional builds all-electric autonomous vehicle fleets designed to safely navigate city streets.
'These pilots mark our continued work to bring safe, reliable, and affordable autonomous technology to merchants and consumers everywhere.'
A series of other features were also announced during Uber's second annual Go/Get 2022 product event livestream.
Customers will be given a pin number to unlock the robot and collect their dinner before it goes on its way
The sidewalk robot concept is one of two autonomous delivery pilot programs being trialled in California
