Tesla Expands Robotaxi Testing to Plano, Texas Amid Regulatory Approvals
Tesla appears poised to expand its Robotaxi service to Plano, Texas, marking its second operational city within the state. Model Y vehicles equipped with LiDAR rigs were spotted mapping the area, signaling a potential near-term launch. The stock ROSE 4% on the news.
Regulatory momentum continues as Arizona becomes the fourth U.S. state to approve Tesla's autonomous trials. Operational protocols vary by region—Texas requires safety monitors only for highway routes, while California maintains stricter oversight. This expansion underscores Tesla's aggressive scaling of its Full Self-Driving ecosystem.