[i2infinity]

I wouldn’t step into a Tesla robotaxi in bad weather, period. They’d absolutely need a human remotely operating it. Without a steering wheel, passengers can’t take control even if they wanted to. Even in good weather, I’d be genuinely surprised if Teslas, in their current form, could drive around autonomously. I was really hoping Musk would mention new sensors being added for extra safety, maybe spinning it as: “Your Model 3 doesn’t need additional sensors, but just to be safe, we’re adding new ones.”

[bryanrasmussen]

can multiple operators from India operate the robotaxis or does it need one on one operation? I mean consider the savings!

[karel-3d]

The latency will kill you.

Both figuratively and literally.

Maybe something like Mexico would be better.

[i2infinity]

Just ranting here - The psychological disconnect between a remote operator and passengers in a robotaxi needs more research though. Remote operator might have less empathy and responsibility towards passengers possibly causing moral disengagement. The remote driver might never face the real-world aftermath of their actions, which can reduce their sense of remorse or responsibility. There could be complex legal dilemmas too (especially if operator is from a different country)

But this has definitely been researched a lot in the field of military drone operators who can make life altering decisions from thousands of miles away.