udelv
udelv builds the Transporter, a cab-less autonomous electric delivery vehicle with proprietary vision-only AI driving (uPilot), a patented modular smart cargo system (uPod), and tele-operations software, sold to enterprise fleet operators, retailers, and government agencies for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersBurlingame, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What udelv does
udelv is a private Silicon Valley autonomous delivery vehicle company building the Transporter, a cab-less Class 3 electric vehicle purpose-designed for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery. The platform integrates three proprietary subsystems: uPilot, a vision-only end-to-end neural-network autonomy stack built on NVIDIA automotive compute and using 13 cameras without LiDAR, radar, or HD maps; uPod, a detachable smart cargo container with adaptive shelving, 270 cubic feet of capacity, 80 independent compartments, and a patented IRIS variable-aperture mechanism that opens only for the intended recipient; and uECU, an automotive-grade central compute unit delivering 85ms glass-to-glass tele-operations latency. Supporting software includes a fleet management and route simulation tool, a merchant loading app, a consumer delivery-tracking app, and an API that plugs into retailer checkout systems.
The company generates revenue through vehicle sales (Transporter with or without uPod, in 100 kWh or 160 kWh battery configurations), integrated software (autonomy, compute, tele-operations, and fleet management), optional uPod hardware, and managed fleet solutions including tele-operations support. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the company secures demand through a $1,000-per-unit non-binding reservation system and multi-year enterprise contracts. Customers span grocery retail (H-E-B, Farmstead), mass retail (Walmart), auto parts distribution (XL Parts, with 30,000+ autonomous deliveries completed), parcel and logistics (Donlen/Wheels, Planzer, Ziegler Group, Goggo), and U.S. federal defense (AFWERX SBIR). Pilot operations are active in the San Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix, and Houston, with European pilots in Switzerland and Spain. The Transporter is currently in B-Sample refinement, with C-Sample and Start of Production on the roadmap.
udelv firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- udelv
- Legal name
- Udelv, Inc.
- Website
- https://udelv.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- udelv builds the Transporter, a cab-less autonomous electric delivery vehicle with proprietary vision-only AI driving (uPilot), a patented modular smart cargo system (uPod), and tele-operations software, sold to enterprise fleet operators, retailers, and government agencies for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
udelv industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Autonomous Delivery Vehicles
- NAICS
- Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212), Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing (5321)
- SIC
- Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Urban Electric Delivery Vehicles Rental/Leasing (EDVs/Step Vans) (TLABAGAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Last-Mile & Delivery Fleet Rental/Leasing (Vans, Box Trucks, Cargo Bikes) (TLABAHAG), Utility/Service Body Trucks (Service Bodies/Tool Trucks) Leasing & Rental (TLABAEAE)
Keywords
Where udelv is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Burlingame
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
udelv business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Vehicle Sales (Transporter): Sale of the Transporter autonomous delivery vehicle, available with or without the uPod™ smart cargo system. Multiple battery configurations (100 kWh for 170 mi range, 160 kWh for 270 mi range) to match operational needs. Class 3 vehicle, 14,000 lbs GVWR, payload up to 5,500 lbs without uPod.
- Software Platform (uPilot™, uECU™, Fleet Management): Proprietary software stack including autonomous driving (uPilot™), in-vehicle compute (uECU™), tele-operations, and fleet management software. Sold as part of the integrated vehicle platform, enabling driverless operation.
- Smart Cargo System (uPod™): Optional detachable cargo pod with adaptive shelving and robotic apertures. Can be swapped between Transporters, left at customer locations, or used as standalone unit with its own battery, communications, and GPS.
- Fleet Operations Support: End-to-end fleet solution including vehicle, smart cargo system, driverless operation, tele-operations support, fleet-management software, and mobile experience for loading and retrieving goods. Sold as a comprehensive fleet solution.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Transporter with uPod™ (Full Configuration) |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Transporter without uPod™ (Flatbed Configuration) |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | 160 kWh Battery Configuration |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | 100 kWh Battery Configuration |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
udelv product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Udelv designs, manufactures, and sells the Transporter, a purpose-built cab-less autonomous electric delivery vehicle for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery. The platform integrates the proprietary uPilot™ vision-only autonomy stack, uPod™ smart detachable cargo system, uECU™ central compute, and Tele-Operations remote supervision, sold as turnkey fleet solutions to enterprise customers with multi-year contracts and reservation-based ordering.
Product overview
Udelv offers a turnkey autonomous delivery platform centered on the Transporter, a purpose-built cab-less electric delivery vehicle. The platform integrates five core technology modules: uPilot™ (proprietary vision-only autonomous driving system), uPod™ (detachable smart cargo system with adaptive shelving), uECU™ (automotive-grade central compute), and Tele-Operations (remote human supervision). Supporting software includes a Fleet Simulation Tool for route planning and management, a Merchant App for warehouse loading operations, and a Customer App for delivery tracking and retrieval. A Udelv API integrates with retailer checkout systems for automatic route building.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- uPilot™: Proprietary end-to-end vision-only autonomous driving system. Built on NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor platform with 13 cameras, no LiDAR or radar. Neural network learns to drive directly from camera input.
- uPod™
- uECU™
- Tele-Operations
- Transporter
- Delivery by Magic™
Products and services
- Transporter The Transporter is the world's first cab-less autonomous electric delivery vehicle purpose-built for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery. Class 3 vehicle with 14,000 lb GVWR, available with or without the uPod™ smart cargo system, with 100 kWh (170 mi) or 160 kWh (270 mi) battery options and CCS/J1772 charging.
- uPilot™ Proprietary end-to-end vision-only autonomous driving system built on NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor compute, using 13 cameras and a single neural network that processes raw camera data to output driving commands without LiDAR, radar, or HD maps. Udelv retains 100% of the autonomy IP.
- uPod™ Patented detachable smart cargo system with adaptive shelving and IRIS™ variable aperture doors. Accommodates packages from small envelopes to 65-inch TVs across 80 independent compartments and 270 cubic feet of cargo capacity. Can be swapped between Transporters, left at customer locations, or used standalone.
- uECU™ Proprietary automotive-grade electronic control unit serving as the central compute platform, integrating sensors, autonomy compute, vehicle controls, and tele-operations cameras at sub-85ms glass-to-glass latency (versus 200ms industry standard).
- Tele-Operations Remote human supervision system for autonomous vehicle fleets, providing monitoring and intervention at automotive-grade 85ms latency using 8 dedicated cameras isolated from the autonomy stack, cellular bonding, and command center workstations.
Quantifiable outcome
- 50% total cost of ownership reduction
- +7 more outcomes
Companies that use udelv
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
udelv technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability5 records
Feature7 records
udelv partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- AFWERX (U.S. Air Force)flagshipSmall Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award through AFWERX, the innovation arm of the U.S. Air Force. Udelv is bringing driverless logistics to defense operations, including on-base transport and flight-line support. Strategic partnership addressing the federal fleet of over 2 million light-duty vehicles.
- Mobileye (Intel)flagshipPartnership to deploy up to 35,000 autonomous Transporters using Mobileye DRIVE autonomous platform. Udelv planned to launch a delivery service with driverless vehicles powered by Mobileye's self-driving technology. The partnership represented a major commercial commitment and technology integration for large-scale autonomous delivery deployment.
- NVIDIAcoreTechnology partnership for automotive-grade compute platform. uPilot™ autonomous driving system built on NVIDIA's automotive compute, specifically utilizing the DRIVE AGX Thor platform with DRIVE Hyperion configuration. NVIDIA's 10-billion parameter Vision-Language-Action models and simulation tools accelerate autonomous driving development.
- Microsoft AzurecoreCloud platform partnership leveraging Microsoft Azure for autonomous delivery operations. Udelv accelerates autonomous delivery with Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. Partnership includes co-marketing and the value of partnership in scaling operations.
- Our Next Energy (ONE)coreBattery technology partnership providing energy storage solutions for the Transporter electric vehicle. ONE supplies battery technology enabling the dual battery configurations (100 kWh for 170 mi range, 160 kWh for 270 mi range).
- Toyota Mobility FoundationminorDesignated as first mobility pilot technology collaborator for Indiana Future Mobility District Initiative. Partnership to test and validate autonomous delivery technology in controlled mobility district environment.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
udelv competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Nuro: Closest direct competitor — purpose-built autonomous, cab-less/low-speed electric delivery vehicles for last-mile goods, with high-profile retail and grocery pilots. Directly comparable in vehicle form factor and target customer base (Walmart, Kroger, Domino's).
- Gatik: Autonomous middle-mile delivery specialist partnering with Walmart, Loblaw, and other retailers. Directly competes with Udelv's B2B middle-mile use case using Class 3–6 box trucks, though Udelv offers a purpose-built cab-less vehicle.
Broad incumbents
- Waymo Via: Alphabet's autonomous trucking and local delivery unit pursuing goods movement (Class 8 trucks plus last-mile pilots with UPS, FedEx, AutoNation). Overlaps with Udelv on urban goods delivery but at vastly greater scale and capitalization.
- Zoox (Amazon): Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle developer building a purpose-built robotaxi, but with strategic optionality in goods delivery via Amazon logistics. Competes for the same AV talent pool and OEM partnerships.
- Aurora Innovation: Public AV company (NASDAQ: AUR) developing the Aurora Driver for trucking and last-mile delivery with partners including FedEx, Uber Freight, and Toyota. Comparable on the AV technology stack though focused primarily on Class 8 trucking.
Emerging players
- Starship Technologies: Sidewalk delivery robot deployed by campuses, grocery, and food-delivery operators across the U.S. and Europe. Comparable on the autonomous last-mile delivery mission though operates at a smaller payload and shorter range than Udelv's vehicle.
- Kiwibot: Sidewalk delivery robot operator focused on college campuses and urban food delivery. Partial overlap with Udelv on last-mile autonomous goods delivery but at a much smaller payload class.
- Einride: Swedish developer of autonomous electric trucks (cab-less Class 8) for freight, with named deployments across Europe and the U.S. Strongly comparable on cab-less purpose-built EV design philosophy, though focused on heavier freight classes than Udelv.
Others
- Mobileye (Intel): Former autonomy partner and largest disclosed commercial commitment counterparty (35,000 vehicles). Indirect competitor via Mobileye Drive and a potential supplier/incumbent for fleets evaluating AV platforms.
Regional players
- Donlen / Wheels: U.S. fleet management company and named Udelv pilot customer. Comparable on the fleet-leasing and management model that underpins Udelv's go-to-market, though Donlen provides human-driven fleet services rather than autonomous vehicles.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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udelv leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
udelv funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors2 records
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udelv M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about udelv
What does udelv do?
Udelv designs, manufactures, and sells the Transporter, a purpose-built cab-less autonomous electric delivery vehicle for multi-stop last- and middle-mile delivery. The platform integrates the proprietary uPilot™ vision-only autonomy stack, uPod™ smart detachable cargo system, uECU™ central compute, and Tele-Operations remote supervision, sold as turnkey fleet solutions to enterprise customers with multi-year contracts and reservation-based ordering.
Is udelv a public or private company?
udelv is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was udelv founded?
udelv was founded in 2017. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is udelv based?
udelv is headquartered in Burlingame, United States, in the North America region.
How does udelv make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Vehicle Sales (Transporter) is the primary driver. The others are software Platform (uPilot™, uECU™, Fleet Management), smart Cargo System (uPod™) and fleet Operations Support.
Who are udelv's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Nuro and Gatik. Broad incumbents are Waymo Via, Zoox (Amazon) and Aurora Innovation. Emerging players are Starship Technologies, Kiwibot and Einride. Mobileye (Intel) is listed as an others. Donlen / Wheels is listed as a regional player.
Does udelv have an API?
Yes. A Udelv API that plugs into retailer checkout systems, enabling automatic route building when customers select delivery windows and reporting back to the retailer in real time.
What industry is udelv in?
udelv's product category is Autonomous Delivery Vehicles. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLABAGAF, Urban Electric Delivery Vehicles Rental/Leasing (EDVs/Step Vans), with a secondary code of TLABAHAG, Last-Mile & Delivery Fleet Rental/Leasing (Vans, Box Trucks, Cargo Bikes). Its NAICS code is 53212 and its SIC code is 7510.