Amazon's Zoox launches its autonomous robotaxi service

Amazon's Zoox has launched its autonomous robotaxi service in Las Vegas, offering free rides along the Strip. The service can be booked through the Zoox app and will operate at select pickup and drop-off locations, with dedicated areas at partner destinations like Resorts World Las Vegas and AREA15. Zoox's self-driving vehicle features a unique design with two bench-like seats facing each other and no steering wheel. The launch of Zoox's service comes as competition in the robotaxi market heats up, with Waymo expanding to new markets. However, the rollout of self-driving taxis has not been without incident, with Zoox and other companies issuing software recalls and facing incidents involving collisions and pedestrian interactions. Overall, the launch of Zoox's robotaxi service in Las Vegas represents a significant milestone for the company and the wider autonomous driving industry, as they continue to work towards the safe and widespread deployment of self-driving technology.