Elon Musk's promised Robotaxi unveil delayed

Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased a long-promised robotaxi with two gull-wing doors and without a steering wheel or pedals at a much-hyped event on Thursday, paving the path for what he has bet will drive long-term growth for the electric vehicle maker.

Enthusiasm around the event has been on display across social media, with screenshots of invites and speculation on what might be disclosed. But investors and analysts have flagged challenges with the technology and reined in expectations.

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Social media posts from attendees showed a festive vibe at the venue with crowds, lights and a huge stage. "We constructed a futuristic world," Musk said on social media platform X in response to an attendee's post with shots of a pamphlet with information on the event.