Overview
- Zoox, which unveiled the refreshed robotaxi Wednesday, described the model as its production‑intent vehicle that will enter assembly at its Hayward, California plant.
- The redesign keeps the purpose‑built, bidirectional architecture with no steering wheel or pedals while brightening the cabin and adding more padding, ergonomic headrests, larger cupholders, a more vivid touchscreen, and a fluted wireless charging pad.
- Materials and finishes were changed to be moisture‑ and odor‑resistant so crews can wipe down vomit, smoke and spills faster and reduce vehicle downtime between rides.
- Zoox said the Hayward factory can scale production to about 100 vehicles per week and that updated cars will join its fleet later this year as they come off the line.
- The company continues to offer free rides in San Francisco, Las Vegas, Austin and Miami and has served roughly 500,000 riders, but it must secure a commercial exemption from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration before charging fares and expanding paid service.