Tesla to Begin Public Robotaxi Pilot Operation Starting June 22

Recently, there has been news that Tesla plans to start public pilot operations of its robotaxi from June 22.

A robotaxi refers to a vehicle that operates autonomously without a driver, and Tesla intends to reveal this service for the general public.

This vehicle is likely to be a service based on Tesla's autonomous driving technology, allowing passengers to travel to their destination without driving themselves.

Experts see this public pilot operation as an important milestone toward the commercialization of autonomous driving technology.

In particular, once robotaxis become commercialized, taxi drivers may be replaced by a new tech-focused mobility service industry.

The market response is also quite notable, as Tesla's stock price may experience volatility following this news driven by rising expectations.

For reference, Tesla is listed on NASDAQ under the ticker TSLA.

The term 'autonomous driving' might be unfamiliar to some; simply put, it refers to technology that allows a car to recognize its surroundings and navigate without a driver holding the wheel.

Also, 'robotaxi' can be understood as an autonomous vehicle service that transports people to their destinations like a taxi.

This public pilot operation is still a pre-official service phase aimed at safety inspections and system testing.

Overall, if this pilot operation proceeds successfully, it will signal that the commercialization of autonomous vehicles is drawing nearer.

Personally, I believe Tesla's attempts like these could bring significant changes not only to the automotive industry but also the entire mobility service sector.