Tesla is shifting its focus toward autonomous technology by announcing its upcoming Roadster will be the company’s last vehicle with a manual driving option, signaling a broader transition toward robotaxis and robotic systems. The move underscores Tesla’s long-term strategy to prioritize self-driving capabilities over traditional driver-controlled cars. With the Roadster marking the end of an era for manual EVs, the company appears to be doubling down on its vision of a future dominated by autonomous transportation. Industry observers will be watching closely to see how this shift 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.
