Trending Now - Nuro Gains Permit for Testing Autonomous Uber Robotaxis in California

WHO:

Engadget - Nuro, Uber

TechCrunch - Nuro

WHAT:

Engadget - Nuro has been approved to test its driverless Uber robotaxis.

TechCrunch - Nuro has received a permit for driverless testing ahead of the Uber robotaxi service launch.

WHERE:

Engadget - California roads

TechCrunch - California

WHEN:

Engadget - Uber and Nuro plan to start fully autonomous testing later this year.

TechCrunch - Nuro has not started driverless testing yet.

WHY:

TechCrunch - The permit is part of the preparations for the launch of the Uber robotaxi service.

HOW:

Engadget - Nuro will conduct testing of its driverless technology on public roads.

(UPDATED May 6, 2026 09:44 UTC)

Nuro has received approval to test its driverless technology on California roads as part of preparations for the upcoming Uber robotaxi service launch. The company plans to start fully autonomous testing later this year, although it has not yet begun the driverless testing. This permit marks a significant step forward for Nuro and Uber in their efforts to roll out this innovative transportation option.