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Meanwhile, Alphabet's Waymo continues to open in new cities
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It's now in 15 U.S. markets, with 15 more on the horizon, according to the company's website.
Key facts
- On Friday, Tesla reported better-than-expected third-quarter vehicle deliveries, lifting the stock almost 5%, but the company still posted a 2% year-over-year drop
- Tesla had 45 Cybercabs authorized for commercial use in Texas at the time of its Austin unveiling, a number that rose to 169 as of Friday, according to Texas Department of Motor Vehicles' public
- According to surveys conducted by Slingshot Strategies in a September 2026 Electric Vehicle Intelligence Report, 50% of U.S. respondents said they would not feel comfortable riding in a robotaxi
- It's now in 15 U.S. markets, with 15 more on the horizon, according to the company's website
Summary
In the month since Tesla's Cybercab rollout in Austin, the company has almost quadrupled the number of its driverless, bronze two-seaters authorized for commercial service in Texas. The unusual driverless vehicles, with no steering wheel, pedals, rear or sideview mirrors, or outside door handles, have received mixed reviews from paying passengers, who shared videos and posts online after the launch on Sept. 3. Improving its driverless technology and rapidly growing the Robotaxi service are key to Tesla's effort to reignite investor enthusiasm. On Friday, Tesla reported better-than-expected third-quarter vehicle deliveries, lifting the stock almost 5%, but the company still posted a 2% year-over-year drop. Meanwhile, Alphabet's Waymo continues to open in new cities.