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• [New] Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will expand its autonomous robotaxi rideshare service to San Francisco's Bay Area within the next couple of months, pending regulatory approvals. Yahoo
• [New] Approval will enable Tesla to begin limited testing and eventually open the Robotaxi service to the public in Phoenix, further validating its autonomous driving technology in a new environment. TESMAG
• [New] As Tesla continues to pilot, refine, and expand its services, it forges a path towards a future where autonomous vehicles could fundamentally alter the landscape of city mobility. ilovetesla.com
• [New] Tesla plans to expand its robotaxi service to the Bay Area within two months, pending regulatory approval, as competition intensifies. CBT News
• [New] The development of robotaxis and humanoid robots could create new revenue streams for Tesla, diversifying its business model beyond traditional vehicle manufacturing. Noor Trends
• [New] At least, going by plans, the world will have its first look at a fully autonomous Tesla car soon, produced on a large scale, in Texas, and capable of altering the face of movement as we know it. VehicleSuggest
• [New] In a landmark move that could redefine global transportation, Tesla has officially launched its long-anticipated robotaxi service in Austin, Texas. I News Africa
• [New] Tesla could save $2.5 billion by replacing just 10% of its workforce with its Optimus robots, assigning each robot a net present value of $200,000. TESLARATI
• [New] An American-made LFP pack could lead to a more affordable base Model 3 or Model Y, or potentially help Tesla cut costs on the next-generation Affordable Model even further. Not a Tesla App
• [New] A dedicated, domestic supply will enable Tesla to dramatically ramp up Megapack production to meet North America's increasing demand for grid-scale energy. Not a Tesla App
• [New] The prospect of AV giants like Tesla and Waymo launching their own ride-hailing apps is a risk to monitor. Advisorpedia
• [New] Autonomous vehicles and robots will revolutionize transportation and improve quality of life, contributing billions to Tesla's future value. Investing Snacks
• [New] The US transportation department regulates vehicle design and will play a key role in deciding if Tesla can mass-produce robotaxis without pedals and steering wheels, while Musk's rocket firm SpaceX has about $22bn (R387bn) in federal contracts. TimesLIVE
• [New] Tesla faces regulatory hurdles and lofty expectations, with Goldman Sachs estimating only 2,500 robotaxis by 2027, far below Musk's targets. 24/7 Wall St.
• [New] As Tesla expands its initiatives across various sectors, including autonomous vehicles and energy products, tracking delivery data helps stakeholders predict the likelihood of Tesla achieving its ambitious growth targets and long-term business prospects. OpenTools
• [New] Rather than using LIDAR sensors, Tesla relies on its vision-only FSD (Full Self-Driving) AI technology powered by the vast data from its vehicle fleet - a strategy Musk argues will be more scalable and cost-effective. Pierce Capital Research
• [New] The self-driving Tesla Model Y vehicles will only operate in limited areas, avoid challenging intersections, and have teleoperators who can intervene if problems arise. The Overspill: when there's more that I want to say
• [New] Tesla's highly anticipated robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas encountered turbulence as multiple videos surfaced showing the autonomous vehicles violating traffic laws during their first day of commercial operation. Yahoo Finance

Last updated: 14 July 2025