Humble Robotics Raises $51M

Humble Robotics, a startup founded by former Apple and Uber engineer Eyal Cohen, has raised $51 million to develop electric self-driving trucks without cabs. The funding round, led by Obvious Ventures, brings the company's total funding to $75 million.

The company plans to begin commercial operations in the third quarter of 2027. Before that, customer pilots will start in the first quarter of 2027, using conventional trucks to move freight and collect data. Humble Robotics currently holds a California permit to test its vehicles with a safety driver.

Eyal Cohen, Humble Robotics' founder and CEO, previously worked at Apple, Uber, and Waabi. He founded Humble last year, with the goal of building electric self-driving trucks from the ground up, rather than retrofitting existing vehicles. This approach, Cohen believes, will give Humble an edge over its rivals.

The funding round was led by Obvious Ventures, with participation from existing investors Eclipse and Energy Impact Partners. Humble Robotics will use the funds to further develop its technology and prepare for commercial launch.

## Why it matters The development of self-driving trucks has the potential to revolutionize the logistics industry. With the ability to operate without human drivers, these trucks could increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety. However, the regulatory environment is still evolving, and companies like Humble Robotics will need to clear additional hurdles before they can deploy their technology commercially.

Humble Robotics is raising money at a time when investors are pouring billions into robotics and physical AI. The company's approach, which involves building the truck and its self-driving system together, is seen as a key differentiator in the market. As the industry continues to develop, it will be interesting to see how Humble Robotics' technology evolves and how it competes with other players in the space.