TESLA MAKING ROBOTAXI CHANGES ALREADY / ELON ON OPTIMUS / THIS IS INFURIATING

EV Channels Review

The video provides an in-depth look at the early days of Tesla's Robotaxi service, highlighting its performance during a significant rain event. While the service was temporarily suspended due to inclement weather, the reviewer notes that a competitor, Whimo, continued operation, albeit with multiple required stops and a less optimal drop-off. The reviewer acknowledges the media's potential to criticize Tesla's decision but defends it as a prudent move to manage risk in the service's nascent stages. Feedback from early users and Tesla's response are discussed, with suggestions for app improvements like manual pickup point modification and clearer detour explanations. A comparison with Whimo suggests the latter currently leads in autonomy service, though Tesla scores points for its app and pricing. The reviewer emphasizes that this is an early pilot and expects significant improvements in Tesla's service within six months. The video also touches upon hardware differences in the robo taxis, the ongoing development of Optimus, and market data for EVs, noting Tesla's sales decline in Europe while Chinese brands show significant growth. The critical need for regulatory modernization for autonomous vehicles is also underscored.