DoorDash has unveiled a new collaboration with tech company Waymo to offer autonomous delivery in Metro Phoenix in the US state of Arizona.

Initial trials are underway, with DoorDash expected to roll out broader commercial operations in late 2025.

Waymo business development and strategic partnerships head Nicole Gavel stated: “We are excited to make everyday errands easier with the Waymo Driver, offering the added peace of mind that comes with our safe and reliable technology.

“Through our partnership with DoorDash, we leverage our proven delivery experience to provide customers with a seamless, contact-free way to get items they need, whether it’s groceries or a quick bite.”

Select DoorDash customers in Metro Phoenix receive orders from participating merchants through deliveries made by fully autonomous Waymo vehicles, using DoorDash’s autonomous delivery platform.

The platform coordinates multiple delivery methods, including human drivers, robots, drones and Waymo vehicles.

The service will initially focus on fulfilling orders from DoorDash-owned convenience, grocery and retail outlet DashMart, with plans to expand the range of participating merchants.

DashMart also supports DashMart Fulfilment Services.

DoorDash business and corporate development vice-president David Richter stated: “DashPass is designed to give consumers consistent value, convenience and access to the best of their communities, and our partnership with Waymo builds on that promise.

“Together, we’re giving members access to, and savings on, a new and delightful experience, while advancing our vision for a multi-modal autonomous future of local commerce.”

Rides can be booked from 2am to 2pm on weekdays.

The announcement follows a separate recent collaboration between DoorDash and Serve Robotics to introduce autonomous sidewalk-robot deliveries in the US.

That multi-year agreement covers pilot deliveries in Los Angeles for customers ordering from participating merchants through the DoorDash app.