After years of waiting, Tesla’s robotaxi service finally launched in Austin, TX, with a cautious launch and close monitoring. It started rolling this weekend, though only select influencers and employees will experience driverless rides. Elon Musk insists Tesla is taking a “super paranoid” approach to safety, in contrast to competitors like Waymo.
Tesla’s strategy is to convert existing cars via software updates, skipping the expensive sensors that rivals are using. Still, skepticism lingers as federal probes and tech limitations cloud Musk’s vision. Will Tesla revolutionize autonomous travel—or hit some speed bumps along the way?
