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Zoox Robotaxi Cap Lifts in Nevada
18 Sep
Summary
- Nevada permit cap of 100 robotaxis expires September 25.
- Zoox robotaxis designed without steering wheels or pedals.
- Competition intensifies with Waymo, Tesla, and Uber in Vegas.
A regulatory cap limiting Zoox to 100 robotaxis in Nevada is set to expire September 25, allowing the Amazon-owned company to potentially expand its fleet in Las Vegas. This development arrives as the autonomous ride-hailing market in the city heats up with competitors like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber also securing permits.
Zoox's custom-built robotaxis, notably lacking steering wheels and pedals, were able to begin charging for rides in Las Vegas last month. This was made possible by a recent exemption from certain federal motor vehicle safety standards granted by the NHTSA, permitting the deployment of up to 2,500 vehicles annually for two years.
While Zoox has not disclosed specific expansion plans, it intends to steadily increase its fleet size to meet demand. The company faces a competitive landscape, with combined permits for Waymo, Tesla, and Uber potentially introducing up to 7,000 robotaxis to the Las Vegas area within the next year.
