Amazon-owned Zoox’s 100-robotaxi limit in Nevada is about to disappear
An updated permit shows the 100-cap will expire later this month just as competition in Las Vegas heats up.
The regulatory cap on Amazon's Zoox robotaxis in Nevada is set to end on September 25, allowing the company to expand its fleet. The Nevada Transportation Authority permit that imposed the 100-vehicle limit is being replaced by an updated permit, granting Zoox greater flexibility. Zoox currently operates around 100 custom-built robotaxis in Las Vegas and San Francisco, but this new permit will enable the company to grow significantly.
Competitors such as Waymo, Tesla, and Uber have also secured permits to operate commercial robotaxi services in Las Vegas. Zoox began charging for rides in the city last month, following a temporary exemption from federal motor vehicle safety standards. Zoox spokespersons have not disclosed how many additional robotaxis they plan to add to their Las Vegas fleet, but they intend to increase their presence in the area to meet the growing demand.
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