<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Tesla launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, with restrictions and human 'safety monitors' in the front seat.</li><li>The service operates in a geofenced zone in Austin, deploying Model Y vehicles and excluding certain areas and times.</li><li>Initial users were mainly pro-Tesla influencers, with some facing delays in accessing the app.</li><li>Riders described the app experience as similar to Uber, with uneventful rides and minor glitches reported.</li><li>Musk announced a $4.20 flat fee for the service, aiming to scale up quickly despite competition from Waymo.</li><li>The robotaxi rides were smooth, with an interface reminiscent of Tesla's Full Self-Driving mode.</li><li>Users had access to a support button to connect with a remote operator, though delays were reported.</li><li>Tesla plans to expand the robotaxi service to California, facing regulatory challenges and competition from Waymo.</li><li>Musk envisions reaching 'a thousand robotaxis' operational within 'a few months.'</li><li>The robotaxi launch party featured Tesla's monitoring hub where live feeds from robotaxis were monitored.</li></ul>

Tesla’s Robotaxi hits the road in Austin

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