Tesla’s upcoming Roadster will mark the automaker’s final manually driven vehicle, signaling a strategic shift toward autonomous robotaxis and AI-driven transportation. The move reflects Tesla’s growing focus on self-driving technology and its vision for a future where human-operated cars become obsolete. With the Roadster set to be the last model requiring driver input, the company is doubling down on its long-term ambitions in autonomous mobility. Industry observers will watch closely to see how this transition impacts Tesla’s product lineup and consumer expectations.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the new Roadster would become the EV maker's only manually driven vehicle as it pivots to robotaxis and robots.
