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Zoox, Amazon’s robotaxi company, has unveiled an updated version of its fully autonomous taxi.

The latest Zoox robotaxi features several design improvements focused on comfort, ease of use, and making it easier to tell the front from the rear.

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Inside, passengers will find more ergonomic seats, a brighter touchscreen, and new materials that make it easier to spot personal belongings. The cabin also has a lighter color scheme with aloe-green seats and stone-gray flooring and trim.

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The updates are based on feedback from more than 500,000 passengers who have ridden in Zoox robotaxis in Las Vegas and San Francisco, along with insights from testing and early deployments.

Zoox plans to increase production in California, with expansion to more locations expected once final safety and regulatory approvals are in place.

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Why it matters:
These updates move Zoox closer to offering autonomous ride-hailing on a larger scale, to make transportation safer, cleaner, and more comfortable for everyday passengers.

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