Welcome back! This is Gail Alfar from Gail’s Tesla Podcast! Episode 139 captures a smooth Robotaxi run to Sushi by Scratch near the Driskill Hotel, plus an Austin cruise where we spot another Robotaxi ahead. The X video (about 8 minutes) dives into safety, security, and affordability chats. Here’s the quick breakdown for you busy engineers.
The Summon and Cruise
Started with a Robotaxi summon for a seamless downtown Austin glide. FSD handled traffic like a pro—precise merges, no hesitations. Spotted another Robotaxi leading the way, highlighting Tesla’s growing fleet presence. Perfect demo of network effects in action.
Sushi Stop and Vibes
Dropped off across from the historic Driskill Hotel at Sushi by Scratch. Quick, curbside precision parking let us jump straight into the meal. Chatted on the ride about Robotaxi’s edge: Top-tier safety via AI sensors, secure Bluetooth access, and unbeatable affordability—no tips needed, total for THREE rides just $11.53.
Tech Takeaways
- Safety & Security: AI owns edge cases, Bluetooth locks add peace of mind.
- Affordability Win: Low cost, high convenience—beats traditional rideshares.
- Fleet Future: Spotting peers shows scalability; autonomy’s here.
Catch the ep on X. What will happen to Lyft and Uber when people have the choice on a wide basis to save up to 75% on ride costs consistently?
—Gail
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