Tesla Robo-Taxi Rides Coming Soon, Says Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that Tesla's robo-taxi service in Austin, Texas, will be open to the public next month, with additional software upgrades expected to significantly improve the system. The service, which uses Tesla's Full Self Driving software, is part of Tesla's broader strategy to lead in autonomous vehicle technology, competing with companies like Waymo. The rollout could dramatically expand Tesla's autonomous ride-hailing capabilities across the U.S., potentially reaching half the population by year's end, pending regulatory approval.