Amazon’s Zoox Unveils New Robotaxi Ready for Mass Production

Amazon’s self-driving startup Zoox revealed a new version of its autonomous robotaxi on June 25, 2026. This model is built for large-scale production. Zoox aims to add these vehicles to its commercial fleet starting later in 2026.

The new robotaxi has a distinct boxy shape and no steering wheel or pedals. It can drive forward or backward, which makes it unique compared to traditional cars. Inside, it seats four passengers facing each other, offering a social and spacious ride.

The vehicle can reach a top speed of 75 mph (121 km/h). It’s equipped with 40 sensors, including cameras, radar, lidar, and infrared. These help it navigate safely in busy city streets.

Design and Comfort Upgrades

Zoox updated the interior with a lighter aloe-green and stone-grey color scheme. The seats are padded with ergonomic headrests to improve comfort. Passengers get larger cupholders and a more vivid touchscreen for controls and entertainment.

The robotaxi features a moonroof and starry-night lights, adding a touch of style and ambiance. Zoox also refined its bidirectional reflectors to better signal the vehicle’s front. They improved the door interface with new speakers and microphones for two-way audio communication.

Production and Deployment Plans

Zoox builds the new robotaxi at its factory in Hayward, California. The company can produce up to 100 vehicles per week, which could total about 10,000 robotaxis a year. This scale shows Zoox’s push toward mass commercial use.

Zoox launched its first autonomous robotaxi service on the Las Vegas Strip in September 2025. Since then, it has tested and offered free rides in Austin, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Miami. The company is now seeking approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for commercial paid rides without a safety driver.

Chris Stoffel from Zoox said, “The updates we’ve made to this iteration of our purpose-built robotaxi continue to further distinguish the Zoox experience from anything else available today.” This shows Zoox’s focus on making its service stand out in the growing autonomous vehicle market.

The new robotaxi’s lack of a steering wheel or pedals means passengers will fully rely on the vehicle’s AI for driving. Federal approval is needed before Zoox can start charging for rides using this model. The company is actively working with regulators to get that green light.

Zoox’s approach combines advanced technology with passenger comfort and scalable production. The goal is to make robotaxi rides common in cities across the U.S. soon. This new vehicle marks a big step toward that future.