Amazon's Zoox Secures Regulatory Approval for Paid Robotaxi Rides The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted Amazon's Zoox regulatory approval for paid robotaxi rides, marking a significant milestone in the development of autonomous vehicles.
The first steering wheel free robotaxi to receive such clearance, Zoox's approval is being hailed as a major breakthrough in accelerating American AV innovation.
The exemption pathway that enabled Zoox's approval was opened by the US government in 2025, signaling a shift in regulatory approach towards encouraging domestic manufacturers to push the boundaries of AV technology.