Tesla's Robotaxi Challenges Highlight Competition with Waymo

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Tesla's robotaxi launch in Austin was dominated by Elon Musk superfans and influencers, creating an echo chamber that resembles corporate propaganda, sidelining critical media and shaping a curated narrative that boosts Tesla's reputation while limiting transparency and diverse perspectives.
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