Autonomous Vehicles
Waymo starts robotaxi service at San Francisco International Airport
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Alphabet's Waymo has begun offering fully autonomous rides to San Francisco International Airport, marking the third major airport in its network. The service launches with a select group of riders and pickups limited to the Rental Car Center, with plans for broader access soon. This expansion comes amid scrutiny from a recent incident involving a child pedestrian in Santa Monica.
Tesla executives detailed during their Q4 and FY 2025 earnings call how the company plans a comprehensive robotaxi service that accommodates various passenger needs without relying solely on the two-seater Cybercab. The service will leverage the Cybercab for most trips, supplemented by Model Y vehicles and the Robovan for larger groups. Production of the autonomous Cybercab is set to begin in April 2026.
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New research shows Tesla's robotaxis offer the lowest fares in San Francisco, averaging $8.17 per ride, but users face much longer wait times compared to competitors. The study by rideshare app Obi analyzed nearly 95,000 rides from late 2025 into early 2026. While Tesla holds a price edge, it ranks last in key usability metrics.
Tesla's upcoming Cybercab vehicle features a rear camera washer, addressing a common request from owners in snowy regions. This addition aims to improve functionality in adverse weather conditions.
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A Tesla Cybercab validation unit has been spotted driving on public roads in Austin, Texas, without side mirrors for the first time. This marks a significant step in the vehicle's development toward a fully camera-based autonomous system. The sighting aligns with Tesla's vision for its purpose-built Robotaxi.
Three US senators visited Tesla's Cybercab production line in Austin on Friday, accompanied by Elon Musk and Lars Moravy. Senator John Cornyn shared images of the tour, highlighting the company's preparations for manufacturing its purpose-built autonomous vehicle. The visit underscores growing interest in Tesla's autonomous technology developments.
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Following a Cybertruck driver's recent praise for FSD avoiding a head-on crash, another Tesla owner commended the software for steering into a grass median on Interstate 95 in South Carolina to dodge a braking SUV ahead—though video analysis suggests the swerve was unnecessary and risky.
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