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The launch puts Tesla head-to-head with Alphabet-backed Waymo, which is already operating a fleet of robotaxis in several cities.

Antonio Filosa, a 51-year-old Italian native, is taking over as CEO as the automaker deals with fractured relationships, regulatory uncertainty and more.

The U.S. company posted on the Chinese social media service Weibo that the project would be the largest of its kind in China when completed.

CEO Elon Musk has long touted a driverless robotaxi, and the pressure is on the billionaire to deliver on his promises.

Japan's transformation is seen as both a template for Western nations and a stark reminder of just how difficult it is to escape China's mineral orbit.

Senate Republicans proposed a tax deduction for car loan interest. But it might exclude used-car buyers, tax experts said.

Waymo says it will push for a change in state law to allow autonomous vehicles to operate in New York City.

The facility will help Zoox grow its robotaxi fleet, eventually producing 10,000 vehicles a year once it's at full scale.

The warranty covers the engine, transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, differentials, and axles for 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Tesla is tentatively launching the robotaxi in Austin on June 22, using Model Y vehicles equipped with a new version of its "Full Self-Driving" technology.