Tesla Gears Up for Robotaxi Rollout Amid Regulatory Challenges

Elon Musk plans to launch autonomous ride-hailing services in California and Texas next year, but faces significant regulatory and technical hurdles.

Tesla is currently testing a ride-hailing service with employees in the San Francisco Bay Area, using vehicles equipped with safety drivers.
Elon Musk announced that Tesla aims to offer paid, driverless rides in California and Texas by 2025, pending regulatory approval.
The new Cybercab, an autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals, is expected to enter volume production by 2026.
Musk dismissed the idea of producing a non-autonomous $25,000 Tesla, emphasizing the company's focus on fully autonomous vehicles.
Tesla's plans have led to increased scrutiny from regulators, with ongoing investigations into the safety of its Full Self-Driving technology.