Tesla robotaxi's troublesome rollout raises concerns
Tesla just kicked off its Robotaxi service in Austin, sending about 10 driverless Tesla Model Y SUVs onto the streets within a geofenced area.
Each ride costs $4.20 for now, and there's still a company "safety monitor" up front to keep an eye on things.
Some users have spotted the robotaxis making awkward lane changes
Some users have spotted the Robotaxis making awkward lane changes, going over the speed limit, and even swerving a bit.
Naturally, this has sparked questions about how ready Tesla's self-driving tech really is.
Influencers and analysts are calling the rides 'completely smooth'
Even with those bumps in the road, Tesla's stock shot up 11%.
Influencers and analysts like Dan Ives are calling the rides "completely smooth," and he's sticking to his bold $500 price target for Tesla shares.
Tesla is playing it safe by keeping robotaxis in specific zones
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reviewing Tesla's safety data and could step in if needed.
For now, Tesla is playing it safe by keeping Robotaxis within specific zones and only running them when the weather cooperates—trying to stay ahead as rivals like Waymo and Zoox compete for attention.