Tesla has debuted its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, marking a significant step in autonomous vehicle technology. The service, which began on June 22, 2025, uses an initial fleet of Model Y vehicles operating in geofenced areas.
The robotaxis utilize Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Unsupervised software and operate without human drivers. Tesla employees remotely monitor the vehicles and can intervene if needed, ensuring safety.
The company conducted extensive testing before launch, with vehicles completing over 1,500 trips. Tesla plans to expand the service gradually, aiming to deploy up to 1,000 robotaxis within months. The success of the Austin launch will be crucial for the future of self-driving vehicles.
The launch positions Austin as a key player in autonomous transportation, competing with existing services like Waymo. The service's performance will be closely monitored as Tesla refines its technology.