Modified Jun 11, 2025 06:34 ET Share Elon Musk sets up a 'tentative' date for Tesla's Robotaxi launch: Netizens React Discuss Now Elon Musk waves as he arrives for a state dinner at the Lusail Palace on May 14, 2025 (Source: Getty) Elon Musk has announced that Tesla's public robotaxi rides are tentatively set to begin on June 22, 2025, in Austin, Texas. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Tesla CEO wrote: “Tentatively, June 22. We are being super paranoid about safety, so the date could shift. First Tesla that drives itself from factory end of line all the way to a customer house is June 28.” Expand Tweet On June 10, 2025, Elon Musk re-shared a video of Tesla’s first-ever robotaxi, which was seen self-driving on the streets of Austin, Texas. According to CNBC, the eight-second clip featured the latest version of the Model Y SUV. The car was seen pausing to allow pedestrians to cross while navigating an intersection. A report in Reuters indicated that Musk promised a paid robotaxi service in Austin that will operate in a limited area and under remote human supervision. The test will reportedly involve 10 to 20 of its robotaxis. Elon Musk’s fans took to the internet to express their excitement about the launch of robotaxis. Here is what they wrote. Netizens react to the launch of Elon Musk’s public robotaxi After videos of a Model Y SUV emblazoned with “Robotaxi” surfaced on social media, they created a buzz among the netizens who were seen discussing its launch. Many Tesla fans are excited and are eagerly waiting to try it: “I'm trying to order 50 of the robotaxis for my fleet. Show me the BUY button!!!!!!” A user wrote on X. “This would be great in small towns also. Ex. Berlin Ohio,” another chimed in. “Is launch still on track for the next couple weeks? Planning a road trip to Austin to check it out,” a user said. “One of the few things that make life so much better. Thanks to you and your amazing employees keep up the great work,” a person tweeted. Expand Tweet