Tesla’s robotaxi rollout drives investor interest in TSLA and related ETFs, highlighting growth potential, risk exposure, and strategic opportunities in autonomous tech
Tesla’s Robotaxi service in Austin was successfully launched on Sunday, and Tesla’s stock (TSLA) experienced a rise in the days that followed the launch.
A modest fleet of self-driving taxis was dispatched by the city’s EV manufacturer and rideshare service provider.
For the first time, the service has been publicly tested without human drivers, and rides were available for a fixed charge of $4.20 within a restricted area. The innovative launch has increased TSLA shares by 3% in the past five days.
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Elon Musk’s autonomous fleet operates on a revenue-sharing model, which allows Tesla owners to incorporate their vehicles into the autonomous fleet.
According to Tesla’s projections, owners’ monthly car payments frequently exceed a small proportion of their revenue. The company’s Q3 2025 results will be significant due to the increased number of journeys on the Robotaxi service.
Tesla’s stock could be positively or negatively impacted by competition from other AI-assisted rideshare companies, such as Alphabet’s Waymo. However, the company’s Sunday launch was successful.
Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives, a Tesla investor for a long time, described the experience as “comfortable, safe, and personalized.” Ives took multiple Robotaxi rides on Sunday.
“There was a moment when we were driving up a narrow road that led up a hill, with cars parked on both sides, oncoming traffic, and people opening their car doors into the road. The robotaxi expertly maneuvered with patience and safety.” The analyst also recommends purchasing Tesla stock.