Loxo Partners with Aeva to Integrate Advanced 4D LiDAR into Autonomous Delivery Vehicle Platform
Aeva a pioneer in Vehicles next-generation perception and sensing technologies, has been selected by Loxo, a Swiss provider of urban autonomy software, as the 4D LiDAR technology partner for its autonomous delivery vehicle fleet. This strategic partnership centers on integrating Aeva’s cutting-edge sensor technology—specifically the Aeva Atlas™—into Loxo’s autonomous driving platform, Digital Driver. The collaboration represents a key milestone in advancing safe, scalable, and weather-resilient autonomous logistics solutions across Europe.
Enabling Scalable Urban Autonomy with Aeva’s 4D LiDAR
As part of the agreement, Loxo will begin outfitting its autonomous delivery vehicles with Aeva Atlas, a state-of-the-art long-range 4D LiDAR sensor engineered for high-performance perception. Loxo’s delivery vehicles, which are purpose-built for both middle-mile and last-mile logistics applications, will rely on Aeva’s sensing capabilities to navigate complex urban and suburban environments with enhanced precision and reliability.
Aeva’s unique sensing architecture goes beyond traditional LiDAR by providing four-dimensional data—detecting not only the position of objects but also their velocity—in real time. This allows for improved perception of dynamic environments, a critical requirement for safe autonomous operation.
Claudio Panizza, Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Loxo, emphasized the importance of Aeva’s technology to the company’s broader goal of safe and efficient autonomous delivery. “Aeva’s 4D LiDAR provides the high-fidelity, real-time data our Digital Driver needs to operate safely and effectively across a wide range of conditions and vehicle types,” said Panizza. “Their instant velocity data is especially valuable for maintaining localization when traditional sensors fall short, which helps us ensure our vehicles are ready for real-world deployment.”
Core Benefits of Aeva Atlas for Loxo’s Delivery Vehicles
The Aeva Atlas sensor delivers several distinct advantages for autonomous delivery applications, making it a compelling choice for Loxo’s platform:
1. High-Resolution Long-Range Sensing
Aeva Atlas delivers precise object detection capabilities at distances of up to 500 meters. This long-range performance is crucial for anticipating road conditions and detecting obstacles well in advance, allowing for safer navigation and smoother route planning.
2. Dynamic Object Detection and Tracking
Unlike conventional LiDAR sensors that can only detect the presence and position of objects, Aeva’s 4D LiDAR tracks velocity directly. It enables the real-time tracking of moving objects—such as pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles—with centimeter-level accuracy. This is vital for decision-making in dynamic, mixed-traffic environments.
3. All-Weather Reliability
One of the major challenges in autonomous vehicle perception is maintaining consistent performance across various environmental conditions. Aeva Atlas is designed to function reliably in adverse weather, including rain, snow, fog, and dust, ensuring that delivery operations remain uninterrupted and safe year-round.
4. Instantaneous Velocity Estimation
The real-time velocity data from Aeva’s LiDAR enhances the vehicle’s ability to localize itself without depending solely on GPS or traditional odometry systems. This is especially beneficial in GPS-deprived environments such as urban canyons, tunnels, or indoor delivery points. By eliminating dependency on external positioning systems, Aeva enables more flexible and robust autonomous deployment.
Supporting a Vision for Scalable and Sustainable Last-Mile Logistics
Loxo is focused on delivering a modular and vehicle-agnostic platform for autonomous goods transport, with a particular emphasis on urban sustainability and logistical efficiency. Their Digital Driver system is designed to support a wide array of vehicle types, making scalability across different logistics scenarios more achievable.
By choosing Aeva as its LiDAR partner, Loxo is reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-performance autonomy tailored for dense, unpredictable urban settings. Aeva’s unique perception capabilities enable Loxo’s platform to adapt to various deployment scenarios, whether it’s navigating tight alleyways for food delivery or handling multi-stop middle-mile shipments.
“With cities across Europe increasingly demanding sustainable and efficient last-mile delivery solutions, Loxo is building a flexible and scalable platform for autonomous goods delivery,” said James Byun, Managing Director of Business Development at Aeva. “We’re proud to support their mission with our unique 4D LiDAR technology. Aeva sensors offer capabilities that go beyond traditional sensing, helping Loxo navigate safely and confidently in any environment.”
Building the Future of Urban Delivery
Autonomous delivery services are gaining momentum globally as retailers, logistics providers, and technology companies seek to streamline last-mile operations, reduce carbon emissions, and meet the growing demand for e-commerce fulfillment. Europe, in particular, has become a hotbed for innovation in autonomous delivery, with supportive regulatory environments and increasing investment in smart mobility solutions.
The integration of Aeva Atlas into Loxo’s fleet represents a critical advancement in creating a next-generation delivery ecosystem. By combining Loxo’s software expertise with Aeva’s robust sensing platform, the companies are addressing some of the most persistent challenges in the autonomous delivery space: reliability in diverse conditions, safety in dynamic environments, and scalability across vehicle form factors.
With initial deployments already underway, this collaboration is expected to pave the way for broader commercial rollouts across European cities and eventually beyond. The shared goal is to enable seamless, on-demand delivery services that not only reduce the cost and environmental footprint of logistics but also enhance accessibility for consumers and businesses alike.
As the partnership progresses, Loxo and Aeva will continue to refine and expand the integration of 4D LiDAR into Loxo’s delivery ecosystem. Future iterations may include more advanced sensor fusion capabilities, AI-enhanced perception algorithms, and increased compatibility across different vehicle models.
This collaboration exemplifies the convergence of sensing innovation and software-defined autonomy to create practical solutions for real-world problems. By focusing on quality, reliability, and adaptability, Aeva and Loxo are helping shape the future of automated urban logistics—where goods are delivered faster, safer, and more sustainably than ever before.
In an increasingly autonomous world, partnerships like this demonstrate how technology and forward-thinking design can work hand-in-hand to transform everyday mobility. As cities evolve and delivery expectations grow, Aeva and Loxo are well-positioned to lead the charge toward smarter, autonomous urban transportation.
