theverge.com·Apr 20, 2026
Tesla has launched its robotaxi service in Dallas and Houston, but reports indicate that very few vehicles are currently operational despite a promotional video shared by Elon Musk. Online tracking tools show that the service remains largely unavailable as of Sunday evening.
Tesla's recent claim of launching a robotaxi service in Dallas and Houston highlights an important issue: despite the announcement, the actual availability of vehicles is minimal, as indicated by crowdsourced data. This suggests a potential gap between public announcements and operational reality, emphasizing the need for more reliable deployment metrics and transparency in autonomous vehicle rollouts to ensure credibility and investor confidence.