Zoox Expands Robotaxi Operations to Houston and San Diego

On September 1, Zoox announced its arrival in Houston, Texas, and San Diego, California, expanding its presence to 12 U.S. locations. The company’s footprint now includes the San Francisco Bay Area, Las Vegas, Seattle, Austin, Miami, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Dallas, Phoenix, Houston, and San Diego. The expansion adds two major U.S. markets to Zoox’s growing operational network as the company continues developing and testing its autonomous mobility service. The move also extends Zoox’s geographic reach beyond its existing locations and establishes a broader foundation for future autonomous vehicle operations across the United States.

Zoox Begins Mapping and Autonomous Testing

Operations in Houston, Texas, and San Diego, California, will begin with Zoox’s retrofitted test fleet. Initial activity will focus on downtown areas, central tourist locations, and select residential neighborhoods in both markets. As with every new location, Zoox will first conduct manual mapping before progressing to autonomous testing. This process is intended to build a detailed picture of each street, including road geometry, traffic lights, and other characteristics that are important for developing and validating autonomous driving capabilities in new operating environments.

Physical Operations Planned in Both Markets

Zoox already maintains an office presence in San Diego, California, and plans to expand its physical operations in both Houston and San Diego with new depots. The planned facilities are expected to support the company’s expanding test and operational activities as it establishes a presence in the two markets. By combining local mapping, a retrofitted test fleet, and planned depot infrastructure, Zoox is building the operational foundation needed to advance autonomous testing in each location while continuing its broader expansion across multiple U.S. markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zoox doing in Houston and San Diego?
Zoox is expanding its autonomous mobility operations into Houston and San Diego, beginning with manual mapping and testing before advancing toward autonomous driving activities. The company will initially use its retrofitted test fleet in downtown areas, central tourist locations, and selected residential neighborhoods in both cities. Zoox already has an office presence in San Diego and plans to establish new depots in both markets. The expansion brings Zoox’s presence to 12 U.S. locations and supports its continued development and testing of autonomous vehicle technology across different operating environments.