Robomart Unveils $3 Flat-Fee Autonomous Delivery Vehicle In Austin

August 27, 2025 by Mai Tao

A new autonomous vehicle from startup Robomart is set to challenge food delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats with a flat $3 delivery fee, no hidden charges, and a multi-order capacity.

Unveiled this week, the new RM5 vehicle is a Level 4 autonomous, all-electric van with 10 individual climate-controlled lockers for customer orders, aiming to make on-demand delivery economically sustainable for both retailers and customers.

Unlike the small, sidewalk-based robots that are currently in use, Robomart's RM5 is a larger, shuttle-sized vehicle with a 500-pound payload capacity.

This allows it to fulfill several deliveries in a single trip, optimizing efficiency for both retailers and customers in urban areas. The RM5 is designed for steady city driving, with a top speed of 25 mph and an estimated range of 112 miles.

Emad Suhail Rahim, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Robomart, highlights the company's goal to make on-demand delivery economically viable for both retailers and consumers.

Rahim says:“With RM5, retailers get a profitable channel for on-demand delivery and consumers get everyday essentials delivered at affordable prices That's the future we're building – an autonomous Instacart that's actually profitable.”

Robomart's platform allows retailers to create online storefronts and customers to browse options from various businesses, similar to existing food delivery apps.

However, the company distinguishes itself with its straightforward cost structure. Co-founder and CEO Ali Ahmed noted the difficulty of offering a $3 flat fee when considering potential markups.

Robomart plans to launch in Austin, Texas, later in 2025, starting with onboarding retailers.

The RM5 builds on the company's previous efforts, which began in 2020 with an autonomous“store on wheels” pilot.

Robomart has partnered with companies like Unilever and Mars and has raised under $5 million from investors, including SOSV and Hustle Fund, to develop its autonomous delivery system.

The company aims to address the high costs associated with traditional delivery methods by offering a potentially more sustainable model for urban areas.

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