Tesla Launches Autonomous Model Y Rides

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Tesla has started giving rides in driverless Model Y SUVs in Austin , a decade after CEO Elon Musk began making — and breaking — promises about his company’s ability to launch such a service.

On Sunday , numerous videos shared on social media as well as sources in the city confirmed what Musk has been teasing for months : that the rides are finally happening, at a surely coincidental flat fee of $ 4.20 per ride.

Tesla sent early-access invitations to vetted customers, who were able to download and use the new robotaxi app on Sunday .

Tesla announced its self-driving technology on Sunday .

It's unclear what role these safety monitors will play and how much, if any control, they will have.

Tesla will not be using its in-cabin camera during rides by default.

The company says it will only be used if a rider requests support or in the case of an emergency.

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