Tesla Robotaxi Trademark: New Move Toward Autonomous Rides
Tesla reboots its Robotaxi trademark push—here’s what it means for its self-driving ride-hailing service and autonomous vehicle future.
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Tesla Robotaxi Trademark: New Move Toward Autonomous Rides
Tesla Robotaxi Trademark: What It Means for Autonomous Rides Is Tesla launching a Robotaxi? Yes—and it's taking serious legal steps to own the branding. Tesla recently filed new trademark applications for “Tesla Robotaxi” , reigniting interest in its autonomous vehicle strategy. As of June 2025, these filings signal Tesla's continued push into self-driving technology , with plans to launch a ride-hailing service powered by fully autonomous EVs. The trademark applications aim to protect the term “Tesla Robotaxi” across vehicles, mobile apps, and transportation services—laying groundwork for what could become a high-value mobility business with strong growth potential. Why Tesla Refiled Its Robotaxi Trademark Tesla initially attempted to trademark “Robotaxi” and “Cybercab” back in October 2024. However, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required more specificity for “Robotaxi” and outright rejected “Cybercab” due to heavy competition from companies using variations of “Cyb…