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Austin Leads the Charge: Tesla Cybercabs Hit Streets Following Tentative June 22nd Launch

Austin Leads the Charge: Tesla Cybercabs Hit Streets Following Tentative June 22nd Launch

Austin Leads the Charge: Tesla Cybercabs Hit Streets Following Tentative June 22nd Launch The future of urban transportation is officially underway, as Tesla’s much-anticipated self-driving Cybercab has commenced its initial rollout on the streets of Austin. This real-world deployment marks a significant milestone in CEO Elon Musk’s long-promised autonomous vehicle service, with the tentative launch date of June 22nd now in the rearview mirror, according to reports. Residents in southeast Austin have become unwitting spectators to this technological evolution, with…

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Tesla’s Austin Robotaxis Hit Early Snags, Draw Federal Scrutiny

Tesla’s Austin Robotaxis Hit Early Snags, Draw Federal Scrutiny

Tesla’s Austin Robotaxis Hit Early Snags, Draw Federal Scrutiny Tesla’s much-anticipated robotaxi service, which debuted in Austin, Texas, just this past Sunday, is already facing federal scrutiny after videos surfaced online showing chaotic driving incidents. The National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) confirmed on Monday that it has contacted Tesla following widespread social media posts detailing erratic behavior from the autonomous vehicles. The viral videos depicted several concerning incidents, including one Tesla robotaxi traveling the wrong way down a public road…

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Tesla’s Planned Austin Robotaxi Launch: Details and Concerns

Tesla’s Planned Austin Robotaxi Launch: Details and Concerns

Tesla’s Planned Austin Robotaxi Launch: Details and Concerns Tesla plans to launch a limited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, tentatively starting on June 22, 2024. The initial rollout will utilize a small fleet of Model Y vehicles, not the previously unveiled Cybercab, and will operate within a geofenced area of the city. Access to the service will be by invitation only. Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, announced the tentative launch date on X (formerly Twitter), stating that safety is a paramount…

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