Dash Forward

DoorDash announced a set of new features at its Dash Forward event, including the ability to place orders by text message, expanded drone delivery, and a broader push into retail beyond restaurant food. The company is positioning itself as a wider commerce platform, competing more directly with retailers and other delivery services for everyday shopping orders.

DoorDash announced a delivery drone and outlined plans to expand its Dot autonomous delivery robot at its Dash Forward event. The company is pushing further into automation for last-mile food delivery, adding aerial options alongside its sidewalk robot program. The announcements signal DoorDash's effort to cut delivery costs and compete on logistics technology.