Amazon robotaxi service Zoox to charge for rides in 2026, with ‘laser focus’ on transporting people
Fortune••business
Key Points:
- Zoox aims to advance its driverless robotaxi service pending federal and state approvals, focusing on transporting people rather than package delivery, despite Amazon's interest in both sectors.
- The company recently surpassed 1 million autonomous miles and offers free rides in parts of Las Vegas, with plans to expand service and eventually charge fares, though significant revenue generation is expected only in several years.
- Zoox differentiates itself by designing vehicles specifically for driverless operation, featuring carriage seating, advanced climate control, and enhanced rider comfort, contrasting with competitors using retrofitted human-driven cars.
- The firm's larger battery technology offers environmental and economic benefits by reducing charging frequency, contributing to a more sustainable and financially attractive transportation model.
- Zoox's
