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Yes, Tesla and its robotaxis are making headlines once more.As you are aware, these cars have begun testing in Austin, Texas, before to being on sale. There was a lot of buzz, cars built to function without a driver, and everything appeared to be going smoothly. However, NHTSA authorities are looking into such issues (of course, that’s their job), and shortly after their launch, numerous videos went viral online showing how inadequate the robotaxis’ road safety is. Now, Tesla, what happened?
Chronicle of a foretold failure
We have watched Tesla boast about its Robotaxi project for months; it was billed as 2025’s high point, and it has been, as seen by the 8% increase in the company’s stock price.
As the brand noted, videos of the robotaxi displaying its malfunctions were all over the internet on the first day. Indeed, driving in the incorrect lanes, abrupt braking, and unlawful maneuvers
Naturally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has heard about these films and has already stated that they are looking into the matter.
Because these cars are being tested with actual passengers—albeit under the watchful eye of a human safety monitor in the front seat—the scenario is particularly precarious.
Musk s dream crashes into reality
Musk launched ten robotaxis in Austin with the goal of making Tesla the industry standard for smart urban transportation and flooding the streets with driverless cars that operate on their own.
In actuality, the light has exposed extremely concerning issues with the city’s traffic safety. The films show a Tesla changing lanes dangerously, turning erratically, and entering a junction while ignoring a required turn sign. In another, perhaps in response to the flashing lights of parked patrol cars, the robotaxi repeatedly applies the brakes violently and without apparent cause.
Authorities and Tesla react
Naturally, NHTSA didn’t hesitate to discuss this: We are in contact with the manufacturer to obtain additional information, and we are aware of the events that have been reported. Although a formal decision has not yet been made, this probe may result in regulatory actions or even program suspension. Now what? We are also still in the dark.
Naturally, Tesla doesn’t say anything. It has not responded to the videos or released a statement, which adds to the ambiguity around its actual level of control over these cars.
The competition bites
While Waymo, a division of Alphabet, the parent company of Google, now runs in cities like San Francisco, Phoenix, or Los Angeles with 100% autonomous taxis and no one in the front seat, Tesla begins with tests that raise questions. Additionally, like Tesla’s robotaxis, without violating traffic restrictions Indeed, having worked in metropolitan settings for many years. They went by you on the right, Tesla.
Musk, meanwhile, plays his own game and attempts to portray himself as innovative, but in reality, his robotaxis are obviously a dangerous investment (for the time being).
The impact on the stock market and reputation
Following the launch of the initiative, Tesla’s stock increased, but when the videos became viral the following day, it fell about 3%. An actual rollercoaster that captures the anxiety generated by the concept. Additionally, Tesla appears to be losing ground lately without any brakes.
A step forward or a threat?
The idea that negative press is still press is something that Tesla strongly promotes, and the robotaxi debut was no exception.
For the time being, not for the reasons Musk had anticipated, so the business must now examine its projects and demonstrate that these cars are transparent, safe, and dependable!
