Robomart is preparing to launch its latest innovation in grocery delivery — the RM5, a fully electric, self-driving grocery vehicle. Unlike traditional food delivery services that rely on human couriers, the RM5 functions as a mobile supermarket, bringing fresh products directly to customers’ doorsteps.
The company is positioning the service as a cost-effective alternative to platforms such as DoorDash and Uber Eats. For a flat delivery fee of just $3, customers can access an assortment of groceries without paying high service charges or driver tips.
The shuttle-sized RM5 is engineered for efficiency and freshness. It can carry up to 500 pounds of goods across 10 individual climate-controlled lockers, allowing for multiple deliveries per trip while keeping food at the right temperature. Orders are placed through Robomart’s dedicated app, which connects customers to partnered retailers. After pickup, the RM5 makes its delivery rounds before returning to base for recharging and restocking.
With a top speed of 25 miles per hour and a range of 112 miles per charge, the vehicle has been designed for safe and practical city travel. Its speed limits ensure it integrates smoothly with urban traffic while still covering a wide delivery radius.
The RM5 is scheduled to debut in Austin, Texas, in late 2025, with Robomart planning broader rollouts if the pilot proves successful. By shifting the model from “driver-based delivery” to “store on wheels,” the company hopes to redefine convenience for urban consumers.
Industry analysts say the RM5 represents a growing trend in autonomous retail technology, where the focus is not only on speed but also on reducing delivery costs and improving efficiency. If successful, Robomart’s rolling supermarket could disrupt how groceries are purchased and delivered in cities worldwide.
