Motointegrator and DataPulse Research present a data-driven study that explores how Elon Musk’s political profile may be fueling a growing consumer backlash-and what it means for Tesla’s future.

Elon Musk posted multiple responses to a video of a Tesla emblazoned with the word "Robotaxi" in cyberpunk-style font driving around.

Elon Musk also said starting June 28, Tesla vehicles will drive themselves to a customer's house from the end of the factory line.

Elon Musk reportedly called President Donald Trump days before tweeting his regret of their escalating feud. In this file photo, Musk, left, and Trump attend a campaign event at the Butler Farm Show, Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File) AP

Elon Musk announced a tentative launch date for Tesla's robotaxi service. It's a deadline Musk can't afford to miss.

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Elon Musk says Tesla is “tentatively” set to begin providing robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 22. In a post on his X social media platform, Musk said the date could change because Tesla is “being super paranoid about safety.”

Tesla faces an existential test this month as it aims to launch self-driving “robotaxis” in its home base of Austin, Texas, where public-safety officials are increasingly concerned about the state’s anti-regulation stance toward autonomous vehicles.