Tesla has launched its Cybercab robotaxi service in Austin, putting its steering-wheel-free autonomous vehicle on public roads.

Tesla’s Cybercab, a distinctive two-seater without a steering wheel or brake pedals, is set to start picking up members of the public in two states. But the vehicle is already under investigation by the US federal government,

Tesla's Cybercab has officially hit Austin streets, but federal regulators wasted no time opening an investigation into how the driverless EV was certified.

Tesla shares slid 6% on Friday after the electric vehicle maker's long-awaited Cybercab update failed to impress investors who are betting the company can become a major player in the U.S. robotaxi market currently dominated by Alphabet's Waymo.

As Tesla Inc. rolls out self-driving robotaxis in Austin, the San Antonio City Council approved a rezoning request to develop a parking and dispatch site.

Tesla launches its purpose-built Cybercab in Austin, Texas but its 1 million robotaxi miles look tiny next to Waymo.