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What once sounded like science fiction is quietly rolling onto American streets. Robotaxis—self-driving cars you summon on demand—are no longer just an idea scribbled on Silicon Valley whiteboards. Built to be cost-effective, efficient, and cleaner than traditional cabs, these vehicles promise a future where getting around town means no driver, no hassle.
And Tesla (TSLA) is racing hard toward that future, even as a growing pack of rivals tries to stake their claim. Elon Musk’s company jumped into this race a few months ago, launching its robotaxi program in Austin, then expanding into California and securing approvals in Nevada. Now Arizona has given the green light, allowing Teslas that steer themselves to hit Phoenix roads. But Arizona regulators cleared its service with safety drivers still in place.