SALT LAKE CITY, UT — A storm doesn't cancel dinner plans, but it does drive families and delivery drivers indoors. That's exactly when services like DoorDash can matter most, and it's why we're pushing Dot, our autonomous delivery robot, to handle more than clear skies. Dot already operates in everyday road and sidewalk conditions across the cities where it's available. Now we're taking the next step: a dedicated pilot program in Salt Lake City, built to teach Dot how to deliver through different weather conditions before we bring that capability to more of the country.
Dot is purpose-built to bring orders straight to your door. Designed from the ground up to move goods, not people, Dot is one-tenth the size of a car, fully electric, and street-friendly. It’s engineered for safe, reliable, zero-emission deliveries and manufactured in the U.S.
“By piloting Dot in rain and snow in Salt Lake City, we're building the safety case and operational knowledge needed to expand this technology responsibly — not just to more cities, but to more days of the year when people need it most. We’re looking forward to working with city leaders, bike advocates, and the Salt Lake City community to ensure that Dot can develop the capability to serve all cities and be an additive partner wherever it goes.”
– Ashu Rege, VP of Autonomy & Head of DoorDash Labs
DoorDash Labs
DoorDash Labs was founded with the goal of making systems and processes more efficient and effective for Dashers, merchants, and consumers. Designed by the team at DoorDash Labs, Dot is engineered for safe, reliable trips through your neighborhood with zero emissions for quieter, greener neighborhoods. Watch Dot in action HERE.
