Zoox presents production robotaxi for US expansion
English translation from Unibot. Source published 2026-08-05.
Feedback from half a million passengers has been incorporated. Autonomous transport pioneer Zoox showed the final version of its purpose-built robotaxi. The developers say it is ready for mass production and immediate commercial launch.
Expanding service geography
A year ago, Zoox opened its public robotaxi service in Las Vegas. Since then, operations have expanded to other US cities. The Amazon subsidiary is working quickly to refine software and start earning revenue from Las Vegas rides.
The San Francisco service remains free, with launches planned in Austin, Miami, Dallas and Phoenix.
A cabin without steering wheel or pedals
Zoox's main difference from competitors such as Waymo is its carriage-like cabin. There is no steering wheel or pedals. Four adult passengers sit facing one another.
A new generation of Zoox vehicles reached the roads in late June 2026. The production robotaxi received a new color scheme and comfort improvements, including screens, controls and cupholders.
An interior for relaxation
The cabin is brighter and calmer, combining plain aloe-colored seats with stone-gray trim and flooring. The company says the simplified palette reduces visual clutter and creates a relaxing atmosphere.
Materials are also more durable for urban service. Greater contrast helps passengers notice belongings such as phones or bags before leaving.
"The updates in this robotaxi version further distinguish the Zoox experience from anything on the market today," says Chris Stoffel, director of industrial design and studio engineering. "Unlike the many features in conventional cars, the streamlined interior does not demand passenger attention. Instead, people can simply relax and enjoy their journey through the city."
Series production
The exterior was also refined to improve visibility and emphasize the platform's direction of travel. Reflectors change position and color when the vehicle reverses direction.
This will be the production version. Manufacturing is expanding in Hayward, California. The company promises a rate of one hundred vehicles a week as its public service grows.
Launch is being coordinated with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, because the unique platform needs full approval. A month ago, Zoox recalled software on more than one hundred vehicles following a fault when driving in dense smoke.