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Tesla's Robotaxi Launch Sparks Safety and Transparency Concerns

6/8/2025

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Tesla will launch a robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 12, using 10-20 vehicles with human safety drivers.
The company faces criticism for blocking public records requests, citing proprietary information.
Concerns arise over Tesla's accountability for incidents due to its history with self-driving features.
Texas's relaxed regulations on autonomous vehicles heighten public safety worries.

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Story summary

Tesla will launch a robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 12, using 10-20 vehicles with human safety drivers.
The company faces criticism for blocking public records requests, citing proprietary information.
Concerns arise over Tesla's accountability for incidents due to its history with self-driving features.
Texas's relaxed regulations on autonomous vehicles heighten public safety worries.