Elon Musk Says Tesla Is Now Testing Driverless Robotaxis, Without A Human Safety Monitor, On Austin's Streets

Tesla robotaxis are now testing fully driverless in Austin, with no human safety monitors inside.
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Elon Musk Says Tesla Is Now Testing Driverless Robotaxis, Without A Human Safety Monitor, On Austin's Streets
Tesla Robotaxis Begin Fully Driverless Tests in Austin Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the company is now testing fully driverless robotaxis on the streets of Austin, Texas. Previously, these vehicles required a human safety monitor in the passenger seat, but a new video posted online appears to show a Tesla Model Y cruising completely empty. This marks a major milestone in Tesla’s push toward fully autonomous urban mobility. Credit: Google Since their launch in Austin in June, Tesla robotaxis have always included a human operator. The removal of safety monitors had been announced by Musk, with the goal of transitioning to fully autonomous operation by the end of 2025. The latest footage has sparked excitement and curiosity among Tesla enthusiasts and industry observers alike. Viral Video Shows Empty Robotaxi on Austin Streets An X (formerly Twitter) user captured a Tesla robotaxi driving through Austin without anyone inside. The clip quickly gained traction online, prompting many T…