Avride delivery robots launch in Arlington's Rosslyn-Ballston corridor, drawing mixed reactions
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Dan Egitto
Summary
A new fleet of Avride self-driving delivery robots has launched in Arlington's Rosslyn-Ballston corridor, partnering with Uber Eats to deliver food from local establishments. The robots have drawn curiosity and some annoyance from residents, with mixed reactions ranging from photo-taking to complaints about sidewalk congestion. The company reports the response is similar to other cities where they've deployed.
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Twitter / XAvride delivery robots launch in Arlington's Rosslyn-Ballston corridor, drawing mixed reactionsarlnow.comKey quotes
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People are curious, they're taking photos, they're asking questions — and that's exactly what we expect when introducing something new to a community.
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