A new, “unsupervised” Tesla Robotaxi was seen driving around Austin’s South Congress Avenue, sparking excitement among fans and raising questions about the company’s self-driving capabilities. The vehicle, a Tesla Model Y with graffiti-like “Robotaxi” branding on the door, appeared to be operating without a human driver behind the wheel.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the Robotaxi service will launch in June, with plans to start with just 10-12 cars. However, Musk’s predictions suggest that the service could expand significantly, potentially reaching hundreds of thousands or even over a million Teslas by the end of next year.
The rollout of Tesla’s Robotaxi service is seen as a crucial test for the company’s autonomous driving technology, particularly in high-traffic areas like South Congress. Despite advancements in Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems, Tesla still has much to prove about its camera-and-AI-only approach to autonomy.
As the company prepares to launch its Robotaxi service, it faces significant challenges, including skepticism from critics and a slump in new car sales. However, with Musk’s vision of fully self-driving cars remaining a central promise for the company, Tesla is hoping to achieve a major win that could propel it forward.
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