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Sign InIn a move reflecting the accelerating race for autonomous transportation, Amazon-owned Zoox has received U.S. federal approval to operate its fully driverless vehicles. This regulatory milestone allows the company to deploy up to 2,500 vehicles annually on public roads. Notably, this is the first approval for a vehicle designed from the ground up without traditional manual controls, such as steering wheels or pedals.
This regulatory win positions Amazon as a direct competitor to major players in the autonomous ride-hailing market, including Tesla and Waymo. According to reports, the purpose-built design of the Zoox vehicle strengthens Amazon's long-term strategy in the electric and autonomous vehicle sectors. The approval marks a significant shift in how regulators approach vehicles that lack conventional interior layouts.
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