Austin, Texas - June 22, 2025 - Tesla has launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas. The initial fleet consists of 10 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) software.
The service operates within a geofenced area and is currently invitation-only. Tesla employees monitor rides, and remote operators are available. Regulatory hurdles include requests from Texas lawmakers to delay the rollout and a review by the NHTSA.
Tesla faces competition from companies like Waymo. Elon Musk plans to expand the fleet to 1,000 vehicles, pending approvals. The launch marks a step in autonomous transportation, facing regulatory and safety challenges.