It was originally anticipated that Tesla would reveal its previously leaked Robotaxi in August of this year. However, CEO Elon Musk decided to delay the event, mentioning changes to the vehicle’s front design and the need for extra time for final feature enhancements. Although Tesla had confirmed the Robotaxi event for October 10, expected to take place at the Warner Bros. studio in Los Angeles, CA, invitations had not yet been sent to shareholders, leaving room for further delays.
Invitations and Expectations
Today, several Tesla shareholders shared their invitations to the "We, Robot" event on the social media platform X. The anticipation is that Tesla will utilize the Warner Bros. film set for the Robotaxi unveiling. This choice would allow them to provide demo rides to attendees without facing legal issues related to public road testing. There is also speculation that FSD 13 might be announced and launched during this event. This new version is expected to bring features like automated reverse parking and significantly cut down the number of interventions needed for every mile driven on FSD.
Future of FSD
It’s important to note that FSD 13 is still anticipated to be a supervised version of Tesla’s automated driving system. This raises questions about how the company plans to achieve full autonomy with the Robotaxi. Earlier this month, the Robotaxi was spotted on the Warner Bros. lot, showcasing a new front bumper design and an unusual appearance that could either be a disguise or a cover for advanced self-driving technology and sensors. The location of this sighting further indicates that the vehicle will be showcased on the film set instead of on public streets.
