Tesla is tentatively launching the robotaxi in Austin on June 22, using Model Y vehicles equipped with a new version of its "Full Self-Driving" technology.

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Tesla shares slipped after a report that the electric vehicle maker was halting production of Cybertruck and Model Y models for a week in Austin, Texas.

Tesla is tentatively launching the robotaxi in Austin on June 22, using Model Y vehicles equipped with a new version of the company’s “Full Self-Driving” technology.

Groups in Austin on Thursday protested the upcoming robotaxi pilot launch and Musk’s involvement in the Trump administration.