Shenzhen tests driverless parcel deliveries at night

Published Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 4:05 AM EDT

Shenzhen is testing nighttime parcel deliveries by driverless vehicles, Bloomberg reports. Beijing-based Neolix operates the world's largest robovan fleet, with 27K vehicles. Autonomous vehicle companies see a large market opportunity in deliveries after dark, provided they can overcome the technical challenges.

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