# Uber-backed Nuro has received an updated permit to test its Lucid Gravity robotaxis on California streets.

*robotics · news · 2026-05-06 · Engadget*

## Key points

- Nuro received an updated California DMV permit to test Lucid Gravity robotaxis without human operators.
- The new permit allows driverless testing at up to 45 mph, day or night, in two California counties.
- Uber plans to deploy up to 35,000 Nuro-powered robotaxis as part of its 100,000-vehicle fleet.
- This permit marks the first time Lucid Gravity EVs will be tested fully autonomously for Uber.
- The Nuro-Lucid robotaxi was first unveiled at CES 2026 and includes advanced sensors and rider luxuries.

**Companies:** Uber, Nuro, NVIDIA, Toyota
**Countries:** United States, Japan

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