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Houston Robotaxi Geofence Expands to 254 Square Miles

Tesla enlarged its Houston service area tenfold and gave the new boundary a rocket shape.

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Houston Robotaxi Geofence Expands to 254 Square Miles

Tesla enlarged its Houston service area tenfold and gave the new boundary a rocket shape.

Image: Not a Tesla App

Tesla expanded its Houston Robotaxi geofence from roughly 25 square miles to 254 square miles, a 916 percent increase. The new zone runs from northwest areas near Jersey Village southeast through downtown Houston and Bellaire, ending near Missouri City.

The boundary forms a rocket outline, announced by the official Tesla Robotaxi account with the phrase “Houston, we have liftoff.” The service uses unsupervised Model Y vehicles and remains limited to the geofence.

Waymo’s Houston area covers about 49 square miles. Tesla’s fleet in the city stands at 34 driverless Model Ys.

Why it mattersFSD drivers gain a much larger mapped area where unsupervised rides are already operating, showing how Tesla scales geofences as data accumulates.
“Houston, we have liftoff”Tesla Robotaxi account2
  1. Geofence grew from about 25 square miles to 254 square miles, a 916% increase.12
  2. New boundary shaped like a rocket and announced with “Houston, we have liftoff.”23
  3. Service uses unsupervised retrofitted Model Y robotaxis inside the geofence.1
  4. Houston fleet totals 34 driverless Model Ys according to Robotaxi Tracker.2
@SawyerMerritt on XTesla has just officially expanded its robotaxi geofence in Houston, Texas. It's now MUCH larger and is shaped like a Starship rocket lol.@SawyerMerritt on XUpdated @Tesla Robotaxi geofence sizes (in square miles): • Austin: 272 • Houston: 254 (916% increase today) • Dallas: 81 • Miami: 31 • Orlando: 26 • Tampa: 24 All these areas are fully autonomous/unsupervised robotaxis only.
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Turo Starts Verified FSD Tesla Rentals October 28

Turo will let US renters book Teslas with verified FSD (Supervised) starting October 28 via direct Tesla API integration.

Image: Tesla North

Turo announced the feature goes live October 28, allowing guests to search and book listings where FSD status is confirmed through Tesla's API. Thousands of such vehicles are already listed on the platform.

US hosts can link their Tesla account for automatic verification and may qualify for a free one-month FSD trial. Model 3 and Model Y remain among Turo's top vehicles this year.

Renters must review Tesla's FSD documentation before pickup, as the system requires constant driver attention.

Why it mattersFSD drivers gain an easy way to test the system on actual trips without owning a Tesla.
“industry-first integration with Tesla”Turo CEO Andre Haddad2
  1. Turo enables US renters to book Teslas with FSD (Supervised) verified via Tesla API starting October 28.23
  2. Thousands of FSD-enabled Teslas are already listed; eligible hosts get a free one-month FSD trial.23
  3. Model 3 and Model Y rank as Turo's third and fourth most popular vehicles this year.23
@Teslarati on X🚗 Turo will let U.S. renters book Teslas with FSD (Supervised) verified via Tesla's API, starting October 28. Thousands of FSD-enabled Teslas already listed Eligible hosts get a free 1-month FSD trial@SawyerMerritt on XCar rental marketplace Turo is introducing the first verified @Tesla FSD (Supervised) rental experience for travelers in the U.S. Starting on October 28, Turo guests will be able to search, discover, and book Tesla vehicles with FSD (Supervised) activated, using direct API integration to verify FSD status.
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Tesla Cybercab Line Runs Faster Than Deployments, VP Says

Tesla VP Lars Moravy said the Cybercab production line is outpacing robotaxi deployments and does not run every day.

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Tesla's Cybercab factory line builds vehicles faster than the company can deploy them, according to vehicle engineering VP Lars Moravy.

In a Munro Live tour filmed in Texas, Moravy said the line runs so fast that it is not operated daily. He described it as a race between manufacturing and deployments, with the line currently ahead.

The update came during an engineering deep dive shared by the Robotaxi account on October 26, 2026. Tesla targets a 10-second cycle time with high automation on the unboxed process.

Why it mattersFaster Cybercab output could speed up robotaxi availability for FSD drivers once deployments catch up.
“We don’t run every day because the line can run so fast, it’s currently outpacing our deployments.”Lars Moravy1
  1. Tesla’s Cybercab factory line can now build the two-seater faster than the company can put it on the road.1
  2. Moravy said the line does not run every day because it is outpacing deployments.12
  3. The line is about 78% automated, with the framing line fully automated and final assembly using 25 stations.1
@SawyerMerritt on XLars on the Cybercab production line in new interview: "We actually don’t run the line every day because the line can run so fast it’s currently outpacing our robotaxi deployments, so it’s a bit of a race right now to see who can go faster.”
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Cybercab Battery Pack Supports LFP Cells

Tesla designed the Cybercab pack with extra space and a modular layout to allow future use of lower-density LFP cells.

Image: Drive Tesla Canada

The update shows the Cybercab battery enclosure includes unused space beneath the modules and room for additional cells. This intentional design lets Tesla switch to LFP chemistry without a full pack redesign as production scales.

The vehicle currently uses 4680 cells in an 88S6P configuration. Tesla has moved to a modular battery architecture instead of a fully structural pack, allowing individual modules to be serviced or replaced.

Engineers cited manufacturing costs and the need for 500,000-mile robotaxi service life as reasons for the change.

Why it mattersFSD drivers running robotaxis benefit from lower long-term repair costs and sustained uptime over 500,000 miles.
  1. The Cybercab battery pack was designed to accommodate LFP cells with extra space for lower energy density chemistries.1
  2. Current pack uses 88S6P configuration with 4680 cells but includes room for future LFP.1
  3. Cybercab adopts modular design so individual battery sections can be replaced without discarding the entire pack.2
  4. Modular approach supports 500,000-mile robotaxi service life by reducing repair costs.2
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Robotaxi App Adds iPad Support and Live Activities

Tesla rolled out official iPad and tablet support plus improved Live Activities in Robotaxi app version 26.10.3.

Image: Not a Tesla App

The update provides a version built for larger screens rather than a scaled-up phone app. Booking and tracking rides now fit tablet layouts including the iPhone Duo inner screen.

Live Activities received color-coded ride tracking and Liquid Glass interface support on iOS. The lock screen card matches device theme colors and shows the Cybercab's colored light bar.

The changes follow a similar big-screen redesign in the main Tesla app.

Why it mattersFSD drivers can now book and monitor Robotaxi rides more comfortably on tablets with clearer arrival tracking.
“the card soaks in the theme colors on your device, so it always feels at home.”Wayne Sun1
  1. Robotaxi app version 26.10.3 added support for iPad, iPhone Duo, Android tablets and foldables.1
  2. Live Activities now assign each ride a color that matches the Cybercab light bar and lock screen card.1
  3. The app supports iOS Liquid Glass and adopts device theme colors on the Live Activity card.1
Sources: 1 Not a Tesla App

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CompanyTesla SpaceX Form Merger Committees
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Tesla SpaceX Form Merger Committees

Tesla and SpaceX formed special committees of independent directors to explore a merger at shareholder request.

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The committees were created after shareholders urged action. A letter supporting faster progress collected 6,493 signatures representing more than 17.5 million Tesla shares and was scheduled for delivery on October 26.

Elon Musk stated he cannot participate due to conflicts and noted any deal requires shareholder approval at both firms. At Tesla this means support from 50 percent of outstanding shares, a threshold he described as quite high.

No terms have been agreed and the next step would be formal filings naming committee members or advisors.

Why it mattersA completed merger could change how Tesla allocates resources between vehicle production and autonomy software used by FSD drivers.
“he believes a merger would be a good idea, but cautioned against treating it as a certainty.”Elon Musk1
  1. Tesla and SpaceX formed special committees of independent directors to discuss a merger.1
  2. A shareholder letter urging faster action gathered 6,493 signatures for more than 17.5 million shares.1
  3. Musk said a Tesla merger vote needs 50 percent of all outstanding shares.1
Sources: 1 Not a Tesla App
VehiclesTesla Updates Canada Model 3 RWD Specs Hinting at US-Built Return
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Tesla Updates Canada Model 3 RWD Specs Hinting at US-Built Return

Tesla Canada changed Model 3 Premium RWD range and acceleration figures on its site to match the US-built version.

Image: Electrek

Tesla Canada updated the Model 3 Premium Rear-Wheel Drive specifications on its website. The listed range rose to 584 km with 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and a curb weight of 1,745 kg.

Those figures match the Fremont-built Long Range RWD previously sold in Canada and the current US Premium RWD. The prior Shanghai-built version listed 463 km and 6.2 seconds.

Orders for the Premium RWD remain paused. Tesla states they will resume if the government issues more quota, expected March 2027. US-built vehicles face 25 percent counter-tariffs.

Why it mattersCanadian FSD drivers may gain access to a long-range Model 3 sooner if Tesla brings in US-built units before the 2027 quota reset.
  1. Tesla Canada updated Model 3 Premium RWD specs to 584 km range and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.12
  2. The updated specs match the US-built Model 3 Premium RWD rated at 363 miles EPA.12
  3. Premium RWD orders are paused until March 2027 unless more import quota is issued.12
VehiclesCybercab Inverter Tech Coming to Model 3 and Y
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Cybercab Inverter Tech Coming to Model 3 and Y

Tesla confirmed that Cybercab drive unit inverter components will enter Model 3 production this year and fit Model Y drive units.

Image: Drive Tesla Canada

Tesla confirmed during a Munro Live factory tour that the new inverter developed for the Cybercab will enter Model 3 production this year. The design reduces electronic components and supports parts from multiple suppliers while remaining compatible with existing drive unit architecture.

Nick Verzini, Tesla’s Head of Drive Unit Engineering, stated that the printed circuit board assembly and power stage can be swapped into a Model Y drive unit. Other Cybercab efficiency changes, such as the 11:1 gear ratio and mechanical oil pump, were not confirmed for other models.

Why it mattersFSD drivers may see improved drive unit efficiency and reliability once the updated hardware reaches their vehicles.
  1. Tesla confirmed new inverter technology from Cybercab will enter Model 3 production this year.1
  2. The inverter components are compatible with Model Y drive units.1
  3. The design reduces electronic components and supports multiple suppliers.1

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