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Where are prices moving in robotics?

Price increases, cuts and price wars · 28 findings in the last 90 days · 102 since 1 Jan 2022 · latest 22 Oct 2026

Frontier Tech Intelligence reads 100+ sources in eleven languages every day and tags every dated finding that bears on this question. In the last 90 days, 28 findings in robotics did; the companies named most often were Tesla (5), Waymo (4), Unitree (2). Since 1 Jan 2022 the count is 102. Below are the latest findings with their outlet and date, and the companies they name.

The latest findings

  1. Subaru launched the 2027 Outback with enhanced standard driver-assistance and digital equipment at a $32,995 starting MSRP.

    The entry-level 2027 Subaru Outback includes EyeSight Driver-Assist Technology, a 12.1-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and a power rear gate. Subaru also adjusted pricing across most Outback trim levels.

    PR Newswire, all releases
  2. Figurobot launched its 11-inch FR-NIA companion on Kickstarter.

    FR-NIA combines a silicone-covered expressive face with conversational AI and customization tools. The product’s pricing details were reported as inconsistent at launch.

    Humanoids Daily
  3. Waymo plans to launch its autonomous ride-hailing service in Toronto in 2028.

    Waymo is beginning mapping and street testing in Toronto ahead of its first expansion into Canada. The company has not disclosed the initial fleet size, pricing, or launch neighborhoods.

    The AI Insider · Waymo
  4. Mazda launches updated EZ-60 in China with LiDAR variants to close smart driving gap

    Changan Mazda rolled out the updated EZ-60 model in China, a year after the original launch, with limited-time pricing starting at 113,900 yuan ($16,880). The update adds LiDAR variants to close the smart driving gap.

    CnEVPost
  5. PCB industry enters "stronger and stronger" development pattern with AI compute and robotics as new growth drivers

    Industry research indicates the PCB industry is experiencing significant changes: upstream price hikes are being followed by a profit repair window for board manufacturers, while growth drivers are quietly emerging beyond strong AI compute power, with robotics and optical modules showing initial signs of new growth momentum. The entire industry is entering a "the strong get stronger" development pattern.

    36Kr newsflashes
  6. Tesla shares rose 3.00% amid mixed performance in electric vehicle sector

    Tesla stock price increased by 3.00%, showing moderate gains amid broader market movements in the electric vehicle and autonomous transport sector.

    Yicai · Tesla
  7. Albert uses Brain Corp’s AI-powered inventory scanning to improve shelf execution.

    The automated shelf-scanning technology identifies out-of-stock products and pricing errors in live store environments, reducing reliance on manual corrections and improving planogram compliance.

    Brain Corp · Brain Corp
  8. Unitree ROBOTIS launches G1+ humanoid robot with six upgrades across motion, perception, and interaction

    Unitree ROBOTIS announced the full upgrade of its G1 humanoid robot, introducing the G1+ model. The G1+ brings six upgrades in motion performance, perception-interaction, and intelligent experience, focusing on enhanced neck flexibility, joint motor output, thermal management, visual and tactile perception, power endurance, and far-field voice interaction. The standard G1+ is priced at 95,000 RMB (tax included) for r

    36Kr newsflashes · Unitree
  9. Sharpa Wave is sold commercially through sales enquiries.

    Sharpa’s current Wave product page handles pricing through sales enquiries rather than publishing a price list. The product page lists both the Wave and Wave SE configurations.

    Humanoids Daily
  10. Cyber Cab pricing estimated at around one dollar per mile or less.

    Tesla is expected to price the Cyber Cab at a level on the order of a dollar a mile or less. This pricing is intended to be competitive enough to keep rivals like Waymo from achieving gross profitability at that price point, given their sensor and manufacturing costs.

    ARK Invest · Tesla
  11. Waymo's Cyber Cab unveiled at We, Robot event with $0.25 per mile operating cost target

    Waymo's Cyber Cab was unveiled at the We, Robot event, with a target operating cost of around 25 cents per mile, potentially undercutting Uber's $150 per mile pricing. The vehicle is designed for autonomous ride-hailing operations.

    ARK Invest · Waymo
  12. Waymo's Cybercab positioned as cost-competitive alternative to ride-hailing services

    Waymo's Cyber Cab is positioned as a cost-competitive alternative to traditional ride-hailing services like Uber, with projected operating costs of 25 cents per mile compared to Uber's $150 per mile pricing. The vehicle represents Waymo's continued push into autonomous mobility.

    ARK Invest · Uber, Waymo

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Named most often, last 90 days

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Where are prices moving in robotics?

28 dated findings in robotics bear on this in the last 90 days (price increases, cuts and price wars). The companies named most in the last 90 days: Tesla (5), Waymo (4), Unitree (2), Brain Corp (1), Uber (1). Latest: Subaru launched the 2027 Outback with enhanced standard driver-assistance and digital equipment at a $32,995 starting MSRP. (PR Newswire, all releases, 22 Oct 2026) Figurobot launched its 11-inch FR-NIA companion on Kickstarter. (Humanoids Daily, 19 Oct 2026) Waymo plans to launch its autonomous ride-hailing service in Toronto in 2028. (The AI Insider, 16 Oct 2026) Frontier Tech Intelligence, from 100+ sources.

Which companies in robotics are named most for price increases?

The companies named most in the last 90 days: Tesla (5), Waymo (4), Unitree (2), Brain Corp (1), Uber (1). Counted over 28 findings of the last 90 days.

What are the latest findings on price increases, cuts and price wars in robotics?

Subaru launched the 2027 Outback with enhanced standard driver-assistance and digital equipment at a $32,995 starting MSRP. (PR Newswire, all releases, 22 Oct 2026) Figurobot launched its 11-inch FR-NIA companion on Kickstarter. (Humanoids Daily, 19 Oct 2026) Waymo plans to launch its autonomous ride-hailing service in Toronto in 2028. (The AI Insider, 16 Oct 2026)

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