<div id="readability-page-1"><div><div><p><strong>Tesla Inc'</strong>s <span>TSLA</span> Full Self-Driving (FSD) tech was supposed to make robotaxis a reality, but for most Americans, it's a red flag, not a reason to buy. In a new survey of 8,000 U.S. consumers, nearly half say FSD should be illegal, while buyers are more than twice as likely to avoid Tesla because of the feature than to embrace it.</p><ul> <li>Track TSLA stock here.</li> </ul><p>Meanwhile, <strong>Alphabet Inc</strong>'s <strong>Waymo</strong>—backed by both LiDAR and cameras—wins over public trust, underscoring Tesla's growing disconnect with consumers.</p><p><strong>Read Also: No Plan B – Tesla’s Musk Premium Is On Thin Ice</strong></p><h2>LiDAR Love, Camera Fatigue</h2><p>The report shows a clear consumer verdict: the <strong>Elon Musk</strong>-led firm's &#34;vision-only&#34; approach isn't winning hearts. A sweeping 70% of Americans say autonomous vehicles should use both LiDAR and cameras, as Alphabet's Waymo does, while just 3% back Tesla's cameras-only model. </p><p>What's more, 71% want the government to step in and make the dual-system setup mandatory. </p><p>On this road, Tesla is driving against the traffic.</p><h2>Trust Deficit Widens</h2><p>Tesla's once-golden brand is now dented, with trust scores hitting fresh lows and consumers ranking the company less safe and family-friendly than rivals like <strong>Toyota Motor Corp</strong> <span>TM</span> and <strong>Honda Motor Co Ltd</strong> <span>HMC</span>. </p><p>Two-thirds of respondents say Tesla should be legally liable for accidents tied to FSD or Autopilot, and nearly eight in 10 want ads to show proper usage—hands on the wheel, not off. Only 4% of buyers say FSD makes them much more likely to purchase a Tesla, while nearly 30% say it makes them much less likely.</p><p>Tesla's grand vision for robotaxis may still capture imaginations in Silicon Valley boardrooms, but on Main Street, the mood is clear: innovation without reassurance feels like a car without brakes. Consumers aren't asking for &#34;full self-driving.&#34; </p><p>They're asking for accountability, affordability, and reliability.</p><ul> <li><strong>Elon Musk’s Biggest AI Fear Isn’t Google—It’s China</strong></li> </ul><p><em>Photo: Josiah True / Shutterstock.com</em></p></div></div></div>

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<p>Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology faces skepticism among U.S. consumers, with nearly half believing it should be illegal. A survey reveals that 70% prefer autonomous vehicles to use both LiDAR and cameras, unlike Tesla's cameras-only approach. Trust in Tesla has declined, with consumers viewing it as less safe than competitors like Toyota and Honda. Most respondents want Tesla held liable for FSD-related accidents, and only 4% feel FSD increases their likelihood of purchasing a Tesla. The demand is for accountability and reliability, not just innovation.</p>

- A recent survey reveals that nearly half of U.S. consumers believe Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology should be illegal, with many avoiding the brand due to this feature.  
- In contrast, Alphabet's Waymo, which utilizes both LiDAR and cameras, garners greater public trust, as 70% of Americans prefer a dual-system for autonomous vehicles.  
- Tesla's brand trust has declined significantly, with consumers demanding accountability and safety assurances, indicating a disconnect between the company's vision and consumer expectations.

Tesla's Robotaxi Dream Hits Wall Of Distrust—Waymo Cruises Ahead