Amazon's autonomous driving subsidiary, Zoox, is accelerating its operational testing of robotaxi services in the core areas of San Francisco. By offering free rides to the public and featuring a unique vehicle design, Zoox is challenging Waymo, the industry leader that currently dominates the city, and initiating a new round of competition in the autonomous mobility sector. Zoox's vehicle model is specifically designed for autonomous driving, eliminating the steering wheel and pedals, adopting a face-to-face seating arrangement, and supporting bidirectional travel. Currently, Zoox provides free ride services in select areas of Las Vegas and San Francisco, with plans to expand to more cities in the future.
