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Tesla's planned robotaxi launch in tech-friendly Austin has Musk playing catch-up in his hometown

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Austin , Texas , has emerged as a key battleground for self-driving cars.

Companies are drawn to the state's more relaxed regulations and are hoping that Texas ' standards are replicated elsewhere.

Tesla 's long-awaited entry into the robotaxi market is expected later this month .

Texas law prohibits municipalities from regulating autonomous vehicles, giving the state full authority.

Companies are choosing to test their AVs in Austin because of its "lower barriers" Texas law allows for AV testing and operations on Texas roadways, "as long as they meet the same safety and insurance requirements as every other vehicle on the road".

Texas has at least 17 AV companies that have deployed or tested on roads.

The state is considering legislation that may provide some clarity.

Several AV companies in Austin have safety protocols and proactively work with first responders.

Some AV makers worry what impact a collision by one of the players in the state could mean for the entire industry.

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