Tesla Robotaxis Use Remote Operators for Safety, NHTSA Data Reveals
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At a glance
- Robotaxi crashes in Austin have increased, involving vehicles from Tesla, Waymo, and Avride.
- Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that Tesla's robotaxis are receiving assistance from remote operators.
Robotaxi crashes in Austin have increased, involving vehicles from Tesla, Waymo, and Avride.
Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that Tesla’s robotaxis are receiving assistance from remote operators. These vehicles continue to operate with onboard safety systems.