Tesla's attempt to trademark the term 'Robotaxi' for its Cybercab vehicles has been refused by the US Patent and Trademark Office for being too generic.
Tesla unveiled the 'Cybercab' robotaxi prototype with two seats, lacking components like a steering wheel or pedals, and intends to launch its robotaxi service initially with human back-up operators for safety purposes.
At the same event, Elon Musk revealed plans to produce an autonomous electric Robovan that can carry up to 20 people or transport goods to solve for high density.
Despite Elon Musk touting robotaxis for years, Tesla missed its own stated deadlines for full autonomy, with its current Full Self-Driving technology operating at a level-two, requiring driver alertness and hands on the wheel.