Episode 527: My First Robotaxi Ride!
About this episode
Experiencing a Tesla RoboTaxi ride for the first time, the host shares insights about the ride's efficiency and cost compared to competitors like Waymo. The episode also delves into Tesla's recently released master plan Part 4, which emphasizes sustainable abundance but leaves some listeners wanting more specifics. Other highlights include a new CEO compensation package, impressive demand for the Model Y L in China, and a new customer feedback system called Tesla Echo. The episode wraps up with listener calls discussing FSD experiences in Australia.
I took my first Robotaxi ride and I'd love to tell you all about my experience. Plus: Tesla published its Master Plan Part 4, then continued its busy week by proposing a massive new CEO compensation package, and more!
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Tesla Model 3
"...back in 2018, when I first got my first Tesla, my Model 3 performance, The Spirit of Adventure, Michael car..."
Tesla Model Y
"...anuary 1st 2026 or so we'll have completely empty Model Y Robo Taxis."
Tesla Model S
"...i Tesla's chief engineer brought the mini refresh Model S plaid over to Jay Leno for a new episode of Jay L..."
Ford F-150 Lightning
"...ould you maybe bring the new roadster to ride the lightning second please maybe could I could I get in the qu..."
Cadillac Escalade
"...ing the large three row boxy suv you know the the escalades of the world and then b i would be thrilled becau..."
Tesla Semi
"... going to get a much closer but roadster and then semi as well they are about to uh open up their high v..."
Tesla Cybertruck
"...ke to take delivery of your model y or presumably cybertruck at giga texas i've got good news this comes via d..."
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