Tesla buyers may soon have their new cars delivered without ever stepping into a showroom. According to Teslarati, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the company is preparing to roll out its first fully autonomous delivery from factory to customer.
“For the past several days, Tesla has been testing self-driving Model Y cars (no one in driver’s seat) on Austin public streets with no incidents,” Musk posted on May 29. “Next month, first self-delivery from factory to customer.”
This marks a major step forward for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. Musk also confirmed that Tesla plans to tentatively launch its much-anticipated Robotaxi service on June 22 in Austin, Texas, with about 10 driverless Model Y SUVs expected to operate throughout the city, according to the Associated Press.
By the end of June, Tesla aims to offer customers an even more streamlined car-buying experience. As Teslarati described, the process will eliminate trips to the dealership, high-pressure sales tactics, and haggling — making it “more convenient than it already is.”
Still, Tesla faces headwinds. The company’s 2025 got off to a rocky start, with first-quarter sales down 13%. Some analysts attribute the drop, in part, to consumer backlash over Musk’s increased involvement with former President Donald Trump and his administration.
Despite these challenges, switching to an electric vehicle continues to be a financially and environmentally smart move. EV owners typically save around $1,500 a year on fuel and maintenance costs. Plus, many EVs qualify for federal tax credits of up to $7,500.
For even greater savings, EV owners can combine their vehicles with home solar panels. Charging an EV using solar energy is cheaper than relying on public chargers or the traditional power grid. Platforms like EnergySage let homeowners compare quotes from local solar installers, potentially saving thousands on installation costs.
And for those who want the benefits of solar without the upfront investment, leasing programs like Palmetto’s LightReach allow customers to install panels with no down payment while locking in low energy rates.
As Tesla pushes the boundaries of autonomous technology, the future of car buying — and car ownership — may soon be unlike anything we’ve seen before.
