"Also began as a skunkworks project inside Rivian in 2022, initially aiming to build an electric bike and collaborating with Jony Ive's design firm LoveFrom. The startup's first product is a high-end e-bike, with designs for small, pedal-assist delivery vehicles that can carry over 400 pounds of packages."
"The DoorDash deal marks the first indication that Also will develop autonomous versions of its small electric vehicles. Rivian founder RJ Scaringe and Also CEO Chris Yu mentioned that almost any form factor was on the table for development."
"Rivian plans to use a combination of cameras, ultrasonic sensors, radar, and eventually lidar to achieve autonomy in its vehicles. It remains unclear if Also will utilize the autonomy technology that Rivian is developing."
Also, a micromobility startup spun out from Rivian, has partnered with DoorDash to create autonomous delivery vehicles. DoorDash participated in Also's $200 million Series C funding round, increasing total funding to $505 million and valuing the company above $1 billion. Originally focused on electric bikes, Also has plans for small delivery vehicles capable of carrying over 400 pounds. The partnership indicates a shift towards developing autonomous versions of these vehicles, leveraging Rivian's technology and resources.
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