Zoox can now charge for a ride in its driverless robotaxis

Zoox has just received approval to charge for robotaxi rides in its boxy, self-driving cars. Thursday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration he announced has granted Amazon-owned Zoox a temporary license, allowing it to deliver up to 2,500 vehicles a year over the next two years, as previously reported. in Reuters.

In his decisionNHTSA says it has determined that the Zoox robotaxis “has an equivalent or greater level of vehicle safety” compared to vehicles subject to federal safety regulations. As part of the deal, Zoox will be overseen by a “good manager” who will “adapt and grow” as self-driving technology develops. Zoox released a program to recall his cars earlier this month due to concerns that they may not be able to detect the smoke.