The Nevada transportation authority has granted approval to Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate thousands of robotaxis in Clark County, including Las Vegas. This move is set to significantly boost the presence of autonomous vehicles in the region.
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Tesla, Uber, and Waymo have been approved to operate up to 8,000 robotaxis in Nevada, with Tesla alone approved for up to 5,000 vehicles. The permits cover Clark County, including Las Vegas, and will be deployed within the next twelve months, although industry experts doubt that the companies will fully utilize their permits.
