Gail’s Tesla Podcast Ep. 147: Austin Night Vibes – Three Robotaxi Rides Unlocked!

Ep 147 dives into fresh Robotaxi access in Austin—three rides: Blue (00:15, $5/4mi), Red (05:22, $1.76/0.76mi), Liquid Silver (07:53, $5.25/4.25mi). Total: 9.01mi for $12.01 ($1.33/mi). Ride-along footage covers city tours, clean interiors, and seamless autonomy. Jump to 00:46 for spa-like vibes or 06:26 for dead-end mastery.

Video of Ep 147 Robotaxi rides

At 00:23, greeting the blue star with white roses—first time!

Night Ride Breakdown

Started at Central Market area in Austin, summoned blue Robotaxi (26min wait). Immaculate, spa-scented interior. Cruised 6th St (Dirty 6th), Christmas bars, and pulled over smoothly. Hit Skip Jack for oysters—small portions, but vibe on point.

Quick red hop (6min wait) to next spot. Black seats, stunning red exterior. Handled dead-end turnaround flawlessly—better than human drivers.

Final silver ride (14min wait) to burgers. Best yet, effortless navigation.

At 06:29, challenge accepted: Robotaxi nails the dead-end escape.

Tech Takeaways

  • Pricing Efficiency: $1.25/mi (blue), $2.32/mi (red, short hop), $1.24/mi (silver). Dynamic fares beat parking hassles.
  • Interior Quality: Spotless, black seats in newer fleet; feels like a luxury spa.
  • Autonomy Highlights: Gold trail viz, pull-over on demand (may loop blocks), urban handling (6th St crowds, dead ends).
  • Tourist Perks: No parking stress—perfect for Austin explorers.
  • Totals: 9.01mi, $12.01—affordable abundance.

Catch the full rides on X—fast-forward to 00:27 for rose gifting or 07:22 for fleet praise.

—Gail

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