Zoox, the autonomous robotaxi vehicle running around the Las Vegas Strip, has just added the Sphere to its network of supporters and “official” stops starting in 2026.
Zoox has been named the official autonomous ride-hail partner of Sphere, the companies announced Tuesday. As if there was any other such company in town!
As part of the partnership, a planned Zoox-branded pick-up and drop-off zone will be added to Sphere. Rides will become available in early 2026.
Zoox launched its robotaxi service in September and is currently offering free rides from Resorts World, TopGolf, New York-New York, Luxor, and Area 15.
Free Rides (for now)
The service was allowed to begin offering free rides under interim authority by the Nevada Transportation Authority. Before Zoox can expand its service and begin charging a fee, the company will need to submit several compliance items to the Nevada Transportation Authority as part of its permit application.
Once that permit is approved, Zoox will be allowed to charge for its ride-hailing service and operate up to 100 vehicles, according to NTA spokeswoman Teri Williams.
Currently, the permit allows up to 100 vehicles to be in operation at any given time. The little olive-green boxes on wheels lack steering wheels or pedals and feature four seats, with pairs facing each other. Not to mention climate-controlled and has its own audio system.
Being owned by Amazon, I can see many cross-marketing and branding opportunities here.
The vehicles can reach speeds of up to 75 mph, going both forward and backward. They feature crab steering, sliding doors, onboard computer systems, and, like almost any electric-powered vehicle, a lot of cameras and sensors.
Like other rideshare companies, you can book a ride on their App..
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Mark Anthony
The Vegas Tourist
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