- Thu Dec 19, 2024 7:21 pm
#4769
Tesla Self-Driving in Austin: Real Deal or Vaporware?
Tesla's reportedly working with Austin to deploy self-driving cars. Considering Texas's lax regulations around autonomous vehicles, this seems like a strategically chosen location. But does anyone really believe Tesla is ready to unleash fully autonomous robotaxis on the streets of Austin? Their track record with FSD promises and actual delivery seems… inconsistent, shall we say?
Is this just another PR stunt, or could a limited, geo-fenced deployment of the Cybercab actually happen? Imagine a small, controlled area where these vehicles operate, perhaps with remote human oversight. Would that even qualify as true self-driving, or is it just a glorified remote control car demonstration?
Even if Tesla manages a limited rollout, how does this square with Musk's grand vision of a Tesla-owned robotaxi fleet? Is this a stepping stone towards that goal, or a desperate attempt to save face after years of missed deadlines? What kind of safety measures would need to be in place, considering Texas's hands-off approach to autonomous vehicle regulation? Are Austin residents ready for this?
Let's hear your thoughts. Is Tesla's Austin gambit a game-changer or just another chapter in the ongoing saga of FSD over-promising? What are the real-world implications, and what should we expect to see in the coming months?
Tesla's reportedly working with Austin to deploy self-driving cars. Considering Texas's lax regulations around autonomous vehicles, this seems like a strategically chosen location. But does anyone really believe Tesla is ready to unleash fully autonomous robotaxis on the streets of Austin? Their track record with FSD promises and actual delivery seems… inconsistent, shall we say?
Is this just another PR stunt, or could a limited, geo-fenced deployment of the Cybercab actually happen? Imagine a small, controlled area where these vehicles operate, perhaps with remote human oversight. Would that even qualify as true self-driving, or is it just a glorified remote control car demonstration?
Even if Tesla manages a limited rollout, how does this square with Musk's grand vision of a Tesla-owned robotaxi fleet? Is this a stepping stone towards that goal, or a desperate attempt to save face after years of missed deadlines? What kind of safety measures would need to be in place, considering Texas's hands-off approach to autonomous vehicle regulation? Are Austin residents ready for this?
Let's hear your thoughts. Is Tesla's Austin gambit a game-changer or just another chapter in the ongoing saga of FSD over-promising? What are the real-world implications, and what should we expect to see in the coming months?
- By allmaxh