Tesla is shifting its focus toward autonomous technology with plans to phase out manual driving in its lineup, as CEO Elon Musk announced the upcoming Roadster will be the company’s last vehicle requiring human control. The move aligns with Tesla’s broader strategy of prioritizing robotaxis and AI-driven systems over traditional driver-operated cars. Industry observers are watching closely to see how this transition could reshape Tesla’s product roadmap and market positioning. The announcement signals a major shift in the electric vehicle industry’s approach to automation.
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.
