In Ebikon, in the canton of Lucerne, a pilot project for autonomous delivery has been in operation since February 8, 2026. Migros is testing a self-driving delivery vehicle in short-distance operation in collaboration with the Swiss technology company LOXO. The project has been communicated and categorized by ASTAG, among others. Source astag.ch
The vehicle, called LOXO Alpha, transports purchases from the Migros store in the Mall of Switzerland to the nearby Schindler Campus. The distance is approximately 500 meters. The maximum speed is 30 km per hour. Source astag.ch
According to reports from SRF and Watson, this is a real test operation in a public space. The vehicle operates electrically and emission-free. Sensors and cameras continuously monitor the environment. Orders are placed digitally. Recipients open the vehicle with an individual access code. Sources srf.ch, watson.ch
Concrete Use Case for Last Mile
The pilot is deliberately well-defined. A short distance, defined handover points, and a controllable environment. Such scenarios are recognized internationally as an entry point into autonomous logistics.
The vehicle is designed for short-distance transport in urban areas. Media reports indicate a transport capacity of up to 64 shopping bags. Source watson.ch
International industry portals have been reporting for years about comparable projects in Europe and North America. Autonomous delivery is seen as a potential lever for reducing inner-city freight traffic and emissions. At the same time, regulatory questions regarding liability, monitoring, and safety standards remain central. Source nzz.ch
Liability and Regulation Remain Crucial
Autonomous vehicles in public spaces are subject to clear legal frameworks. The Federal Roads Office accompanies testing projects in automated driving in Switzerland. Source astra.admin.ch
For logistics companies, this means that technology alone is not enough. Processes, liability chains, and insurance issues must be clearly regulated. Particularly in the last mile, personal and property damages are especially sensitive.
Scaling as the Next Challenge
A 500-meter pilot is technically manageable. The real challenge lies in scaling.
How do autonomous systems react in complex traffic?
How does mixed traffic function with pedestrians and cyclists?
How stable are sensors and software in rain, snow, or darkness?
Such questions will determine whether a pilot project will evolve into an economically viable model.