Tesla’s Robotaxi Trademark Troubles Hit Legal Roadblocks

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 5:20 pm

Tesla’s bid to trademark “Robotaxi” has encountered legal hurdles as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office deemed the term too generic. Both reports detail the same struggle as the company’s efforts to protect its upcoming ride-hailing service hit bureaucratic obstacles, potentially delaying its launch.

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engadget.com / Tesla's 'Robotaxi' brand might be too generic to trademark

The US Patent and Trademark Office has refused one of Tesla's initial attempts to trademark the term "Robotaxi" because it believes the name is generic and already in use by other companies, according to a filing spotted by TechCrunch. Tesla was hoping to trademark the term in connection to its…

techcrunch.com / Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ and ‘Cybercab’ trademarks hit roadblocks ahead of June launch

Tesla’s attempt to trademark the term “Robotaxi” in reference to its vehicles has been refused by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for being too generic, according to a new filing. Another application by Tesla to trademark the term “Robotaxi” for its upcoming ride-hailing service is still under…

techcrunch.com / Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ trademark refused for being too generic

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