Tesla launched its first robotaxi service in Austin, TX, on June 22, 2025, as part of its autonomous driving strategy. The program is now expanding to major cities, with plans to launch services in Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Las Vegas in the first half of 2026. The fleet has exceeded 500 vehicles and has logged nearly 700,000 paid miles since its inception.
By the end of 2025, Tesla aims for its fully autonomous vehicles to potentially reach 25-50% of the U.S. population, a target reminiscent of earlier ambitious goals that have faced skepticism. Competitors such as Waymo are currently logging over 450,000 paid rides per week, while Zoox is deploying vehicles designed specifically for autonomy.
Tesla’s success hinges on regulatory approvals, ongoing safety performance, and public trust as it seeks to capture market share from established ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft.
