EV maker Lucid (LCID), along with ride-hailing platform Uber (UBER) and autonomous driving company Nuro, are working together to launch a new robotaxi program using Lucid’s Gravity SUV. The project was officially revealed at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) and will feature an in-cabin experience that has been designed entirely by Uber. It is worth noting that the partnership was first announced in 2025 and includes plans to eventually deploy more than 20,000 Lucid vehicles equipped with Nuro’s self-driving technology, all owned and operated by Uber.
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Importantly, the companies have already begun testing robotaxis in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a test fleet of more than 100 vehicles. In addition, the Gravity SUVs are equipped with advanced sensors, such as high-resolution cameras, solid-state LiDAR, and radar, which provide the vehicles with full 360-degree awareness. The robotaxis also come with a specially designed roof-mounted “halo” that improves sensor visibility and uses LED displays to help riders identify their vehicle and track trip status from pickup to drop-off.
Production of the robotaxi-ready Gravity vehicles is expected to begin later this year at Lucid’s AMP-1 factory in Arizona. Interestingly, Uber chose the Gravity SUV for this project because of its comfort, spacious interior, and strong reputation, which includes being named to Car and Driver’s 10 Best list for 2026. Uber is also customizing the interior with interactive screens for entertainment, climate controls, customer support, and even requests like pulling over. Riders will also see real-time visuals of what the vehicle and its sensors detect.
Which Stock Is the Better Buy?
Turning to Wall Street, out of the two stocks mentioned above, analysts think that Lucid stock has more room to run than Uber. In fact, Lucid’s price target of $17 per share implies 45.4% upside versus Uber’s 35.3%.
