Most people instantly think about driving around in electric vehicles when asked about the future of mobility.
But there’s a company that is currently working on a concept to eliminate the driver from the equation.
Let’s explore what Zoox is and when you’ll be able to ride in one.
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What Is Zoox?
Zoox is a company owned by Amazon and based in Foster City, California.
It’s building an autonomous robot taxi that it hopes to deploy for consumer use in the coming years.
Zoox’s aim is to offer transportation as a service.
What’s Special About the Zoox Robotaxi Design?
If you’ve ever seen theRivian Amazon delivery van, the Zoox robotaxi looks like its cousin.
They both have an adorable design that’s in accordance with the Amazon aesthetic.
Being bidirectional helps make the Zoox robotaxi easier to use while driving passengers around the city.
What Is Zoox’s Competition?
When Will Zoox Offer Its Services to the Public?
Why Should You Care About Zoox?
The company is the first to transport passengers in a purpose-built, fully autonomous vehicle without manual driving controls.
Also, it’s not like Zoox isn’t doing its due diligence.
Autonomous vehicles will also help people with disabilities, as well as the elderly, become more independent.
The possibilities are endless with autonomous mobility.
