Zoox Launches Commercial Robotaxi Services

Zoox Launches Commercial Robotaxi Services

Source: The Verge

Summary

Zoox, a self-driving car company, has officially launched its commercial operations. The company, acquired by Amazon in 2021, has been testing its autonomous vehicles on public roads. According to The Verge, Zoox’s launch follows a series of successful tests and regulatory approvals. The company plans to expand its services to multiple cities.


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The launch follows a familiar script.

Zoox’s self-driving cars, acquired by Amazon, hit the roads, offering a service that’s been “just around the corner” for years. The company promises to revolutionize transportation with its autonomous vehicles. Because what could possibly go wrong with a robot driving you around. This is just the next iteration of the same idea that’s been “launching soon” since 2015.


Author: Evan Null