Zoox clears final federal hurdle to launch paid robotaxi service
TechCrunch·July 30, 2026
Zoox has received a temporary exemption from federal safety regulators, paving the way for the company to launch a paid robotaxi service. The exemption allows Zoox to charge customers for rides in its custom-built autonomous vehicles. As an Amazon-owned company, Zoox is now one step closer to commercializing its autonomous vehicle technology. The approval marks a significant milestone for Zoox in its efforts to introduce a paid autonomous ride-hailing service.
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