News Summary

Bedrock Robotics, an autonomous vehicle technology startup founded by former Waymo engineers, has officially launched with $80 million in funding from investors Eclipse and 8VC. The company, which has been operating in stealth mode for over a year, aims to revolutionize construction and worksite operations by retrofitting vehicles with self-driving capabilities. Led by co-founder and CEO Boris Sofman, who previously spearheaded Waymo’s self-driving trucks program and co-founded Anki Robotics, Bedrock is focused on upgrading existing vehicle fleets with sensors and intelligence that adapt to project goals and changing conditions. The startup is currently testing its technology in Arkansas, Arizona, Texas, and California with partners such as Sundt Construction and Zachry Construction Corporation.