Tesla launches employee-only robotaxi test

April 23, 2025, 4:20 pm

Tesla has begun piloting a supervised full self‐driving ride‐hail service using its own employees in key markets like Austin and the Bay Area. This early test marks a significant step toward the summer robotaxi launch, with Tesla determined to fine-tune its autonomous mobility despite the obvious challenges.


techcrunch.com / Tesla begins ‘FSD Supervised’ ride-hail tests with employees in Austin, Bay Area

Tesla has started testing its autonomous ride-hail service with employees in Austin and the Bay Area ahead of the company’s planned robotaxi launch this summer. “FSD Supervised ride-hailing service is live for an early set of employees in Austin & San Francisco Bay Area,” the company...

theinformation.com / Tesla Starts Testing Robotaxi Service With Employees - The Information

Tesla Starts Testing Robotaxi Service With Employees  The Information


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