Zoox launches robotaxi service on the Las Vegas Strip

Amazon-owned Zoox has launched its autonomous robotaxi service on and around the Las Vegas Strip after months of testing. Rides are free and can be booked via the Zoox app for iOS and Android. This marks Zoox’s first official commercial service since Amazon acquired the company in 2020.

Where & how it works

The service operates at select pickup/drop-off points along the Strip, including official partner destinations Resorts World Las Vegas and AREA15, which offer dedicated Zoox rider areas and on-site concierge support. Riders enter and exit at each destination’s ride-hail zone.

The vehicle

Zoox’s autonomous vehicle features two bench-like seats facing each other and no steering wheel, and relies on cameras, lidar, radar and long-wave infrared sensors for self-driving capabilities.

Safety & industry context

The robotaxi market is heating up, with competitors like Waymo expanding to multiple cities. The rollout of autonomous taxis has seen incidents and recalls across the industry — Zoox issued a software recall earlier this year after a collision in Las Vegas; other companies including Waymo, Cruise and Tesla have also faced recalls, probes or accidents.

Want to try it?

Rides are currently free and bookable through the Zoox app. For official details, see Zoox’s site: https://zoox.com

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