Pilot Program Details
Tesla's robotaxi service, featuring Model Y SUVs, begins in , on June 22, operating within a geofenced area and supervised by remote drivers and a safety monitor.
The service, invite-only for select participants, aims to gradually scale while prioritizing safety, despite not being fully autonomous and facing regulatory scrutiny.
Market and Regulatory Landscape
Analysts predict Tesla's robotaxi could significantly impact its market value, despite skepticism over its technology lagging behind competitors like Waymo.
Regulatory hurdles, including new Texas laws and investigations into Tesla's Full Self-Driving software, pose challenges to the rollout, although Tesla remains committed to the launch.