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Robotaxis Get Green Light Without Wheels | Durham News
Amazon’s Zoox just got federal approval to start charging for rides in its futuristic, steering-wheel-free robotaxis—marking a major leap for autonomous vehicle tech. These boxy cars, with seats facing each other, have already delivered over half a million free rides in Vegas and San Francisco. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is also eyeing rules that could eventually let robotaxis operate without brake pedals, aiming to balance innovation with safety. While critics warn that real-world data is still lacking, Zoox—purchased by Amazon for $1.2 billion—is racing to compete…
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