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Today’s update indicates a complete opening of the service to all iOS users in these markets and beyond. Early users across diverse locations—including Dallas-Fort Worth, North Carolina, Boston, San Francisco, and even Canada—are reporting immediate access to hail Tesla robo taxis via the app. This rapid adoption hints at Tesla’s readiness to scale its fleet significantly to meet burgeoning demand.
Key Challenges and Scaling Expectations
Expanding the robo taxi network effectively requires Tesla to ramp up its fleet considerably. While current operations are modest—roughly 100 cars per area—they are targeting aggressive growth. Elon Musk has publicly stated plans to elevate Tesla's presence to around 500 vehicles in Austin and 1,000 in the Bay Area by the end of this year.