Overview
- Elon Musk said testing is underway with no occupants, confirming on-road trials of Tesla’s robotaxis in Austin.
- Two distinct Model Y vehicles were filmed driving without anyone inside, with observers noting different license plates.
- Sightings occurred near South Congress and the Dawson neighborhoods, marking the first public runs without safety monitors onboard.
- A recent Robotaxi app update (v25.11.5) added Cabin Camera Analytics and Sound Detection to enable remote support with user consent and to listen for emergency sirens.
- Musk previously said the Austin fleet would roughly double in December, as Tesla pursues a camera-only approach that contrasts with Waymo’s lidar-equipped vehicles.