Sept. 11 (UPI) -- Amazon-backed autonomous robotaxi company Zoox launched public rides for the first time in Las Vegas.
The company began offering free rides from select locations on the Las Vegas Strip Wednesday, with plans to expand the range in a span of several months.
"The autonomous vehicle industry has made remarkable strides this year, bringing us closer to a future of safer, more accessible mobility. With the launch of our fully driverless ride-hailing service using a purposefully designed robotaxi, we're thrilled to be part of this groundbreaking journey," said Aicha Evans, CEO of Zoox. "Las Vegas is a city famous for unforgettable moments, and it is the ideal location for our debut. Zoox is about transforming the entire ride-hailing experience, making every ride a delightful experience."
Rides can be booked on the Zoox app, where users can select pickup and drop-off destinations in ride-hail zones, including partner destinations at Resorts World Las Vegas and AREA15 with sepcial areas for riders.
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