Tesla launches self-driving Robotaxi service in San Antonio

Tesla’s self-driving Robotaxis began accepting passengers in San Antonio on Monday morning, giving riders another autonomous ride option in the Alamo City.

The launch brings Tesla’s “Cybercabs” to San Antonio after the company first rolled out robotaxi service in Austin. Tesla has also expanded the service to Dallas and Houston.

Tesla’s initial Robotaxi service area covers a large portion of San Antonio, stretching across the city’s North, South, East and West sides. The company’s launch map shows a designated service zone that includes downtown San Antonio and several major highways, including Interstate 10, Highway 281, Interstate 35, Loop 410 and Loop 1604.

The San Antonio launch comes months after Tesla Cybercabs were spotted in a lot off Heimer Road near Highway 281 and Bitters Road.

Tesla now joins Waymo, which has been operating autonomous rides in San Antonio since earlier this year.

One key difference between the two services is the technology behind their autonomous driving systems. Tesla relies on cameras, while Waymo uses a combination of sensors.

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