Tesla has sent out invitations to non-employees for the early access event starting this weekend. This could be Saturday and Sunday (june 21, 22).
The Early Access phase is invitation-only.
Parameters of Use:
• You must read through and agree to the attached Terms of Service, Rider Rules, Robotaxi Rider Privacy Notice, and Service Animal Policy.
• You must have a credit/debit card on file.
• You may request a ride in the app to/from anywhere in the geofenced area, excluding any airports, between 6:00AM to 12:00AM (midnight), every day of the week. These operational hours are subject to change.A map of the geofenced area is available in the app.
• Note that service may be limited or unavailable in the event of inclement weather.
• Only the invitee may download and use the Robotaxi App to hail a Robotaxi ride.
• Please be courteous and treat the service with respect. Your participation in this Early Access program may be terminated for various reasons, including violating these parameters or engaging in unsafe and/or disrespectful behavior.
• Provide a star rating and feedback from your experience in the app.
• Photos and video of the experience are ok.
Tesla has given me permission to share the parameters of use for their Model Y Robotaxi service, starting this Sunday June 22nd in Austin, Texas. The Early Access phase is invitation-only.
Parameters of Use:
• You must read through and agree to the attached Terms of Service,… pic.twitter.com/RPy5TvUbBg— Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) June 20, 2025
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