Tesla Designs Purpose-Built Vehicle for Robotaxi Service
Tesla designed a purpose-built robotaxi vehicle for autonomous ride-hailing, seating two passengers and omitting conventional driver controls like pedals and a steering wheel. The change could alter the cost structure versus Tesla’s current Model Y robotaxi fleet using Full Self-Driving. Robotaxis have launched in Austin and other U.S. locations, with investors watching software performance, fleet growth, and regulatory hurdles.