RNS: Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is set to unveil its highly anticipated ‘Robotaxi’ on August 8, as announced by Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk.
Musk took to social media platform X to make the announcement, stating, “Tesla Robotaxi unveils on 8/8.” However, he did not share further details about the project.
The ‘Robotaxi’ is expected to be a fully autonomous vehicle designed for use as a taxi service. It will be equipped with Tesla’s advanced self-driving technology, capable of navigating city streets and highways without human intervention.
Musk’s advocacy for autonomous driving technology has been longstanding, and the ‘Robotaxi’ is viewed as a significant step toward realizing his vision of a future dominated by self-driving cars.
The unveiling of the ‘Robotaxi’ comes at a time when the automotive industry is increasingly focused on autonomous driving technology. Other automakers, such as Ford and General Motors, are also developing their own autonomous vehicle projects.
Tesla’s announcement has already made waves in the market, with reports indicating that Tesla’s shares rose by over 3 percent following Musk’s announcement on X.
The unveiling event is expected to generate considerable interest among consumers and industry experts alike, as Tesla continues to push the boundaries of transportation technology.