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Zoox, Amazon's self-driving vehicle unit, has successfully tested a robotaxi on a public road with employees as passengers.
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The test was conducted between two Zoox buildings in Foster City, California, to refine its technology and launch a no-cost employee shuttle service.
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The test was part of Zoox's plan to bring the robotaxi closer to commercial service for the general public.
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The company validated its approach to various requirements, including regulatory.
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The test was a significant step for Zoox in preparation for its commercial launch.
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Aicha Evans, the CEO of Zoox, stated that they would not have conducted the test unless they were looking at the line of sight for going commercial.
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The company did not provide a specific timeline for the commercial launch.
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The launch will require additional government clearances.
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The success of the test was a significant achievement for Zoox's autonomous vehicle technology.
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The company is working to compete with other autonomous vehicle technology companies and bring its services to the public.