- Sat Feb 15, 2025 6:15 pm
#6996
Is Tesla truly ready to unleash robotaxis on Austin this June? Elon Musk’s ambitious 5-6 month timeline seems incredibly aggressive, even for Tesla. While the recent app code discovery referencing rides\_feedback\_upload hints at progress, I’m skeptical. Focusing on user feedback for cleanliness before even proving the core self-driving technology seems premature. Are they prioritizing optics over functionality? What real-world challenges do you foresee with a June launch? Will this be a truly driverless experience or a glorified beta test with safety drivers lurking nearby? I predict a significant delay, and suspect the initial rollout will be extremely limited, perhaps confined to specific geofenced areas. Furthermore, with Cybercab mass production slated for 2026, will these initial robotaxis be retrofitted Model 3s and Ys? How will that impact the rider experience? Let’s discuss the feasibility of Tesla's robotaxi ambitions and what a realistic timeline looks like.