Tesla has launched its Robotaxi service in West Miami, marking its fifth US city, and notably without a safety monitor on board — a first for a new market launch. Previously, Tesla deployed human monitors in the passenger seat when entering Austin in June 2025, removing them only later. The Miami rollout follows Tesla's pattern of starting in a limited zone before expanding. Waymo and Amazon's Zoox are also operating or testing in Miami, making it a key proving ground for autonomous vehicles. Tesla's camera-only approach is cheaper than sensor-heavy rivals, though it still trails Waymo significantly in fleet size. CEO Elon Musk has stated ambitions to expand to a dozen US states by year-end, though Tesla has a history of missing self-driving timelines, and regulators are closely watching safety developments.
