Preliminary discussions are taking place with authorities in Austin, Texas, regarding the potential rollout of the Robotaxi service, although fleet details remain undecided.

Current U.S. legislation restricts manufacturers to deploying a maximum of 2,500 autonomous vehicles annually, while Musk envisions a deployment of over 2 million, raising questions about necessary regulatory changes.

Musk has been advocating for fewer regulations on autonomous driving technologies in the U.S., seeking policy support from the Trump administration.

Experts stress that public trust and fair regulatory frameworks are essential for the successful acceptance and development of autonomous vehicle technology.

Despite the advancements, Tesla's stock has seen a decline, with a cumulative drop exceeding 12%, amidst ongoing regulatory scrutiny from the NHTSA and DOJ.

Tesla's market value has surpassed $1 trillion, fueled by expectations surrounding its autonomous driving technology.

In contrast to Tesla's aggressive approach, competitors like General Motors' Cruise have suspended their autonomous taxi operations due to high costs, while local officials remain cautious about the technology's maturity.

Tesla has unveiled significant advancements in its autonomous vehicle technology, marking the approach of the much-anticipated Robotaxi era.

The company aims to have its autonomous driving technology exceed human capabilities by 2025, a bold target that reflects its ambitious vision.

The recent FSD V13 upgrade is a comprehensive rewrite that enhances Tesla's self-driving capabilities, although it will still require human oversight during operation.

Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla's VP of AI, likened the technical improvements in FSD V13 to SpaceX's Starship Raptor V3 engine, emphasizing a cleaner architecture.

Musk has announced plans to launch unmanned ride-hailing services in select U.S. cities by 2025, following the rollout of the FSD V13 version.