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The Latest Breaking News from Zoox

Tesla wanted to put 5,000 robotaxis in Las Vegas. Only 10 were approved

The lackluster approval also comes with restrictions

The Independent UK

Here's How Zoox's Robotaxi Safety Testing Will Work

Now that Zoox has approval to charge customers for robotaxi rides, it's released a detailed safety testing framework for its fully self-driving cars.

InsideEVs

Zoox Can Start Charging For Steering Wheel-Free Robotaxis In Las Vegas

Federal regulators grant Zoox a two-year, 2,500-vehicle exemption in Las Vegas, testing how US robotaxi rules handle steering-wheel-free shuttles.

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Zoox's Autonomous Pod Without A Steering Wheel Wants Your Money Now

Zoox said that it will start charging for rides in Las Vegas on August 10. It's the first time this kind of vehicle has been put into commercial service.

InsideEVs

NHTSA Grants Zoox Two-Year Exemption From Several Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Its Automated Driving System Vehicle

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted automated vehicle company Zoox a temporary exemption from portions of several Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) that apply to its automated driving system (ADS)-equipped vehicle. The exemption, published in the Federal Register on July 31, 2026, is effective from July…

Clever Dude

The Trump Administration Just Named a Front-Runner in the Robotaxi Race

Zoox got the first commercial exemption for a driverless car. It came with a promise that safety regulations would evolve “as Zoox's technology advances.”

Reason

Trump's DOT Introduces Changes to 'Accelerate' AV Deployment, Directs NHTSA to Grant Zoox Temporary Exemption

The Donald Trump administration on Thursday introduced changes to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations aimed at expediting the development and deployment of autonomous vehicles, granting Amazon.com Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:AMZN) Robotaxi operator Zoox a temporary exemption to deploy its driverless vehicles commercially.

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US regulator advances rules for steering wheel-free autonomous cars

Federal regulators are allowing robotaxis to operate without steering wheels and potentially brake pedals. Amazon's Zoox vehicles received approval to charge customers for rides in Las Vegas. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is updating rules for autonomous vehicle technology. Concerns about safety data and reporting standards for robotaxis remain.…

The Economic Times

Amazon's Robotaxis Have Been Approved For Use. Zoox Will Now Begin Charging For Rides

Amazon's autonomous robotaxis can begin charging people for rides after gaining a series of approvals from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

International Business Times

Would you get in? Robotaxis with no steering wheel get federal green light

Federal regulators are clearing the way for robotaxis to operate without steering wheels or eventually even brake pedals

The Independent UK

In A First, U.S. Clears Zoox's Steering Wheel-Free Robotaxis For Paid Rides

NHTSA granted Zoox a temporary exemption to commercially deploy up to 2,500 of its autonomous pods per year.

InsideEVs

Amazon's Zoox wins first US approval for paid robotaxis with no human controls

Amazon's Zoox secured US approval for limited commercial robotaxi deployment. This marks a significant milestone for autonomous vehicle technology development. The company received clearance to deploy up to 2,500 vehicles annually. NHTSA will monitor performance and can adjust conditions based on vehicle behavior. Zoox currently operates testing services in Las…

The Economic Times

Robotaxi firm Zoox issues recall after vehicle drives into smoke near Vegas fire scene

About 100 vehicles from the Amazon-owned company were potentially affected by a software issue

The Independent UK

Zoox recalls self-driving cars because they may not detect smoke

Last week, ⁠the top U.S. auto safety official said self-driving car companies must quickly ‌address a "clear pattern" of driverless vehicles interfering ⁠with law enforcement and other first responders.

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Benzinga

Leaving Blue Origin for SpaceX? Jeff Bezos Reportedly Puts Employees in 'Golden Handcuffs' With New Equity Clause

Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin has reportedly introduced a new equity scheme for its employees that includes an unusual non-compete clause.

Benzinga

NHTSA Warns Autonomous Vehicle Companies Over 'Clear Pattern' of First Responder Interference

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Administrator, Jonathan Morrison, on Wednesday criticized autonomous vehicles, as well as the companies operating them, following instances of AVs interfering with law enforcement, as well as firefighters’ and paramedics’ operations.

International Business Times UK

Bezos Takes On Musk With 500,000 Zoox Rides and a 2028 Mars Network

Explore the rivalry between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk as Amazon's Zoox achieves 500,000 free driverless taxi rides and Blue Origin proposes a Mars Telecommunications Orbiter for NASA's 2028 mission.

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Dear Tesla Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for April 3

Tesla's self-driving/robotaxi offerings are facing significant issues. Is the stock a "Buy" here?

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Zoox Is The Latest Robotaxi Company Targeting Austin, Texas

Amazon’s robotaxi venture is expanding its footprint in San Francisco and Las Vegas, while eyeing new markets.

Barchart

Uber Expands Robotaxi Empire With Nissan Deal. Is UBER a Buy Now?

As Uber builds a global robotaxi network through partnerships with automakers and AI startups, how high will the stock soar?

International Business Times

Amazon Zoox, Uber's Partnership Will Soon Let You Book Trips in Las Vegas, LA

Amazon Zoox and Uber are partnering up to bring self-driving ride-hailing services to the Las Vegas and Los Angeles areas.

Barchart

As Tesla’s Austin Robotaxi Launch Draws Scrutiny, Consider Buying These 2 Robotaxi Stocks Instead

Tesla’s robotaxi hype meets reality checks, boosting interest in GOOGL and AMZN as long-term autonomous growth plays.

Fortune

Amazon’s ride-hailing exec wants to move people around in robotaxis: ‘If you’re with friends it’s dramatically more social’

According to Zoox cofounder Jesse Levinson, Amazon’s robotaxi subsidiary could have a “profoundly huge” market of people simply wanting to travel around cities.

Fortune

Amazon robotaxi service Zoox to start charging for rides in 2026, with ‘laser focus’ on transporting people, not deliveries, says cofounder

Jesse Levinson, Zoox cofounder and CTO, said the robotaxi service needs several more years before it can operate at a scale where the business is “financially interesting.”

TechRadar

Robotaxis are on the rise – Tesla, Waymo and Zoox reveal expansions plans, here's what's coming

Cab drivers beware, robotaxis are on the rise, as three major players announce massive expansion plans.

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