Amazon-owned autonomous vehicle company Zoox has signed a partnership with Resorts World Las Vegas to offer self-driving rides to resort guests, marking the first commercial agreement of its kind in the city’s hospitality sector.
Under the deal, Zoox becomes the “official robotaxi partner” of the resort and will begin operating its purpose-built autonomous vehicles (AVs) on-site. The service will initially be available to participants in the company’s Zoox Explorer program, where early users ride for free in exchange for feedback, with broader availability expected later.
Zoox’s electric robotaxi features a 133 kWh battery and four-wheel steering for improved urban maneuverability. The vehicle accommodates four passengers in carriage-style seating and lacks a steering wheel or conventional controls, aiming to provide a novel mobility experience along the Las Vegas Strip.
“When visitors ride with Zoox, they’ll find the service offers an extension of the signature hospitality they’ve come to expect from Resorts World’s collection of premium brands,” said Michael White, Zoox’s chief product officer. “This partnership will allow us to enhance the overall guest journey, adding to their Las Vegas experience with personalized mobility.”
Resorts World Las Vegas will add Zoox-branded pick-up and drop-off locations on its premises and promote the service to visitors. The resort is located near key venues such as the Las Vegas Convention Center and T-Mobile Arena.
“By welcoming Zoox robotaxis into our transportation ecosystem, we’re creating new possibilities for our guests, while reinforcing Las Vegas’s position as a global innovation hub,” said Carlos Castro, president and CFO of Resorts World Las Vegas.
Zoox has been testing in Las Vegas for some time and has indicated plans to begin commercial service this year.