TechCrunch Mobility covers Zoox's preparations for launch and Uber's expanding autonomous vehicle (AV) operations.

Amazon's subsidiary Zoox has become the first company to receive approval from the American traffic safety authority NHTSA to commercially operate a robotaxi without a steering wheel or pedals. This allows developers to bypass the need for converted production cars.

The Trump administration's Department of Transportation has introduced new changes aimed at accelerating the deployment of autonomous vehicles and has directed NHTSA to grant a temporary exemption to Zoox.

Jeff Bezos is reportedly challenging Elon Musk's ventures, Tesla and SpaceX, through his companies Zoox with robotaxis and Blue Origin's efforts towards Mars.

The CEO of Zoox stated that Chinese autonomous-vehicle companies possess a natural advantage, particularly in their software capabilities.

Uber has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, which is being hailed as a significant development for the future of ride-hailing.

Uber has struck a deal with Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, to offer robotaxi rides, signaling a significant expansion into self-driving transportation services for the ride-sharing giant.

Zoox and Uber tie up to deploy robotaxis on ride-hailing network  Reuters

Uber’s Next Robotaxi Deal: Amazon’s Zoox Forbes

Amazon's self-driving unit, Zoox, is expanding its robotaxi testing operations to Phoenix, Arizona, and Dallas, Texas. The company plans to deploy a fleet of retrofitted Toyota Highlander SUVs initially, followed by its custom-built robotaxis.

Robotaxi companies such as Waymo, Tesla, and Zoox are expanding their services and taking on more passengers, even as they continue to develop and improve their autonomous driving systems.

To accurately study crashes involving robotaxis, it is crucial to estimate fault, with Waymo and Zoox showing more crash data for fault counts compared to Tesla, whose fewer crashes suggest less driving activity.

Amazon's Zoox has become the first autonomous vehicle to operate without restrictions and charge for passenger transport, despite lacking a driver, pedals, or steering wheel.

Data from Apptopia indicates that Zoox is gaining significant momentum in the robotaxi sector, showing growth in monthly active users that has surpassed Alphabet-owned Waymo.

Amazon's company Zoox has introduced its enhanced production-ready robotaxi, which is expected to be available on the market later this year.

Amazon's self-driving car subsidiary, Zoox, is reportedly building momentum in its development, but has yet to establish a viable business model.

Zoox, the autonomous vehicle company, is set to expand its robotaxi services with a wider footprint in San Francisco and Las Vegas.

Zoox und Uber starten die Kooperation vorerst in Las Vegas, später soll Los Angeles folgen

Amazon’s Zoox still needs regulatory approval to use its custom-built robotaxis for commercial service

A US agency is set to host a forum focused on self-driving safety, bringing together the CEOs of prominent autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo, Zoox, and Aurora.

Amazon.com Inc.'s Zoox robotaxi division is set to begin charging fares next week in Las Vegas, marking the first instance in the US for autonomous vehicles operating without driver controls.

Zoox, a company that rethought the concept of a self-driving car from the ground up, has received approval to transport people in traffic with its autonomous vehicle that lacks a steering wheel.

Amazon-owned robotaxi company Zoox has issued a recall for about 100 vehicles due to a software issue that caused one of its vehicles to drive into smoke near a fire scene in Las Vegas.

Zoox has unveiled its updated robotaxi, featuring significant comfort upgrades and bidirectional driving capabilities, as it awaits regulatory approval from the NHTSA.

Zoox has unveiled a refreshed robotaxi design aimed at improving rider experience and announced plans to significantly ramp up production to as many as 100 vehicles per week.

Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, is expanding its robotaxi operations to San Francisco and Las Vegas, intensifying competition in the self-driving car market.

Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, is moving forward with plans for a commercial rollout of its paid robotaxi service, intensifying competition in the US driverless car market.

Uber's acquisition of Zoox is the latest development in the broader push towards autonomous vehicle technology.

A supplier for Zoox, Amazon's autonomous vehicle company, has seen its stock rise over 50% following recent developments in the robotaxi sector, indicating positive market reaction to advancements in self-driving technology.

Amazon's autonomous vehicle unit, Zoox, has announced a multiyear partnership with Uber to integrate its robotaxis into the Uber app, starting in Las Vegas this summer and expanding to Los Angeles in 2027.

Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Zoox, is expanding its robotaxi operations by testing in 10 U.S. cities, stepping up its competition with industry leaders like Tesla and Google's Waymo.

A US agency is set to hold a forum focused on self-driving safety, bringing together the CEOs of prominent autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo, Zoox, and Aurora to discuss industry standards and future developments.