Tesla's Robotaxi Dreams Delayed Amid FSD Safety Concerns and Musk Backlash
Summary
Tesla's robotaxi dreams face setbacks as its Full Self-Driving system faces safety scrutiny and CEO Elon Musk's political backlash leads to protests and record trade-ins, delaying the promised autonomous ride-hailing service until June 2023 in Austin.
Key Points
- Tesla's promised robotaxi service, relying on its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, has faced repeated delays and is expected to launch in June 2023 in Austin, Texas.
- The FSD system has drawn praise for its capabilities but also criticism and safety concerns due to reports of crashes involving the partially automated driving technology.
- The political backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk's involvement with the Trump administration and controversial statements has led to protests, boycotts, and record trade-ins of Tesla vehicles.