Delivery robots start footpath runs on the Gold Coast
Australia's first footpath delivery robots have launched on the Gold Coast, with customers able to opt in through the DoorDash app.
Australia's first footpath delivery robots have begun operating on the Gold Coast.
The robots travel at walking pace and give way to pedestrians. They are supported by trained remote supervisors.
Customers can choose whether to take part, opting in or out through the DoorDash app.
The Gold Coast launch is the first Serve Robotics operation outside the United States. More restaurants are expected to join in the coming weeks.
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Key questions
- Where have the delivery robots launched?
- The robots have launched on the Gold Coast, the first footpath delivery robots in Australia.
- How do customers use the robot delivery service?
- Customers can opt in or out of robot delivery through the DoorDash app.
- How do the robots behave around pedestrians?
- They travel at walking pace, give way to pedestrians and are supported by trained remote supervisors.