DoorDash & Coco Expand Robot Delivery in U.S.

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Slice of Retail Team
April 14, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Robot delivery now live in Los Angeles and Chicago

  • Over 100,000 deliveries completed in pilot phase

  • Nearly 600 merchants participating in U.S. rollout

  • Supports DoorDash’s sustainable, multi-modal strategy

  • Emissions-free delivery via Coco’s AI-powered robots

Source: Direct

Notable Quotes:

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Not every delivery needs a 2-ton car just to deliver two chicken sandwiches.”

Harrison Shih, Senior Director at DoorDash Labs
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“This collaboration marks an important step forward in reshaping urban delivery in the US.”

Zach Rash, Co-founder and CEO at Coco Robotics
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“The improved operational efficiency translates directly into happier guests and stronger repeat business.”

Eric Dela Cruz, Owner at Main Chick Hot Chicken

Why This Matters:

The expanded partnership between DoorDash and Coco Robotics signals a pivotal evolution in last-mile logistics. By deploying AI-powered sidewalk robots in major urban centers, the companies are tackling key challenges in delivery efficiency, sustainability, and scalability. This move reflects a broader industry shift toward multi-modal logistics platforms that combine human drivers, robots, and drones to meet growing consumer demand while reducing environmental impact.