Autonomous rides are no longer a concept video or a future promise. With the Tesla Robotaxi app now live on the App Store, iPhone users can see what a driverless transport experience looks like in real life and how it fits directly into the Apple ecosystem.
A New Kind of Ride Built Around the iPhone
The Tesla Robotaxi app turns your iPhone into the control center for a fully automated ride. After signing in with a Tesla account, users can request a trip, set a destination, and view the estimated fare and arrival time before the car even shows up. Everything happens inside the app, making the experience feel familiar to anyone who already uses ride hailing apps on iOS.
The interface is clean and simple. From pickup to drop off, the iPhone handles identity checks, trip progress, and support access. The iPhone becomes the key, the map, and the dashboard all at once.
What the Ride Experience Looks Like
Once the vehicle arrives, riders confirm the license plate shown in the app, unlock the car, and start the ride directly from the iPhone or the vehicle touchscreen. Inside, passengers can adjust climate settings, seat position, and music preferences. Ride status and route tracking remain visible on the phone throughout the journey.
The app also gives riders control and peace of mind. Support can be requested at any time, and there is always the option to ask the vehicle to pull over or stop if needed.
Where Tesla Robotaxi Works Today
Tesla is rolling out Robotaxi service step by step. Fully autonomous rides are currently available in limited areas of Austin, Texas. In the San Francisco Bay Area, rides are offered with a safety driver using supervised full self driving. The app shows a live service map so iPhone users can instantly see whether Robotaxi is available where they are.
If your city is not listed yet, users can sign up for updates directly through Tesla and get notified when service expands.
Accessibility and Everyday Use
The Robotaxi app is designed to work for a wide range of users. It supports screen readers, offers space for service animals, and can accommodate certain mobility devices. The app is available in more than 25 languages, making it usable for travelers and international users alike.
For iPhone owners, Tesla Robotaxi is a glimpse into how autonomous transport could blend naturally into everyday app usage. It feels less like a futuristic experiment and more like the next logical step in mobile powered mobility.
You can download the Tesla Robotaxi app from the App Store and explore whether driverless rides are already available in your area: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tesla-robotaxi/id6744257048
Also make sure that you’re running the latest version of iOS, to take advantage of the most recent features.
