Nuro, a company backed by Uber, NVIDIA, and Toyota, has been granted an updated permit by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to test its Lucid Gravity robotaxis on public roads. This development is crucial for Uber's ambitious initiative to deploy 100,000 driverless vehicles across the United States, including up to 35,000 utilizing Nuro's technology. The testing will take place in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, allowing the vehicles to operate without human drivers at speeds of up to 45 mph. Nuro's robotaxi features a sophisticated sensor system, including high-resolution cameras, lidar, and radar, along with a luxurious interior designed for passenger comfort. Previously, Nuro's autonomous vehicles were limited to rides with human safety drivers and only for Uber employees. With the new permit, the companies aim to begin fully-autonomous testing later this year. Additionally, Uber has increased its funding in Nuro to $500 million and raised its order from 20,000 to 35,000 vehicles, signaling strong confidence in the robotaxi market. Before launching commercial services, both companies will need to secure additional permits for ride-hailing operations.