Founded in 2014 by Tim Kentley-Klay and Jesse Levinson, Zoox is a subsidiary of Amazon headquartered in Foster City, California. The company aims to revolutionize mobility-as-a-service through the development of fully autonomous, purpose-built vehicles designed for AI operation and human enjoyment. Zoox focuses on creating self-driving cars to enhance safety and efficiency on the roads, targeting urban environments where autonomous taxis can significantly reduce traffic accidents caused by human error.

Key figures at Zoox include CEO Aicha Evans, who leads a team of approximately 2,200 employees as of 2023. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of a unique bidirectional vehicle and securing substantial investment from Amazon. Zoox's impact is notable in the autonomous vehicle industry, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven transportation and contributing to safer, more efficient urban mobility solutions.