What happened
Riders of Tesla's robotaxis are reporting that the vehicles take strange routes, according to InsideEVs.
The publication notes that this is the same issue Tesla owners have been highlighting for years.
The report ties the experience to the Tesla Cybercab, suggesting the robotaxi service has inherited a long-standing complaint about owning a Tesla.
Why it matters
Routing quality is central to whether a robotaxi service feels dependable, since passengers judge the ride largely by whether the trip makes sense.
If the same routing complaints that owners have voiced for years carry over to paid robotaxi rides, it could shape how riders perceive the Cybercab compared with rival services.
The report suggests that solving autonomy is not only about driving itself, but also about the navigation decisions layered on top of it.
Key facts
Riders report that Tesla's robotaxis are taking strange routes.
Tesla owners have been highlighting the same issue for years, according to the report.
The report concerns the Tesla Cybercab.
What to watch next
Whether Tesla addresses the routing complaints as the robotaxi service expands.
Whether rider feedback on routes changes over time or remains consistent with owners' long-standing complaints.
