Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an X post by Elon Musk confirm the achievement, crediting the Tesla AI teams for their work in software and chip design. The lucky recipient, Jose @Jagarzaf, a regular customer, shared his excitement and photos of the event, offering a firsthand glimpse.

This article serves as a follow-up to our earlier coverage, now revealing the recipient’s identity.

Photos Of Tesla’s First Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery

The Technology Behind the Delivery

The autonomous delivery relied on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software, running version v13.2.9, as shown in a screenshot Jose posted on X. The vehicle, a Model Y with 7,124 miles on the odometer, operates on software version v12 (2025.20.3.8252e1d331e0), but notably, this delivery marked a shift to fully unsupervised operation.

Unlike the supervised system typically requiring human oversight, this journey had no occupants or remote control, as Musk confirmed.

“There were no people in the car at all and no remote operators in control at any point. FULLY autonomous!” Musk said.

The delivery covered an unspecified distance, but the inclusion of highways suggests a decent distance, consistent with Tesla’s long-range models offering up to 330 miles per charge. This success highlights the maturity of Tesla’s AI and sensor suite in handling complex, unmonitored drives.

Customer Experience and Industry Impact

Jose’s journey began with an unexpected call on Tuesday, where Tesla asked if he wanted to be the first to receive a car autonomously.

“They called me on Tuesday and asked if I wanted to be the first customer to receive the car autonomously. Very random! Did not expect it at all. And of course I said yes. Also am not affiliated with Tesla at all just a regular customer,” Jose wrote on X.

His photos capture a celebratory moment with Tesla staff and the sleek silver Model Y parked on a Texas street, its hatch open, symbolizing the handover. This event signals a shift toward customer-centric autonomous logistics, potentially reducing delivery times and costs for EV owners.

For the industry, this milestone could accelerate adoption of autonomous delivery systems. Tesla’s success may pressure competitors like Rivian and Lucid to enhance their AI capabilities, while regulators might scrutinize safety standards.

The economic impact could lower shipping expenses, estimated at $500–$1,000 per vehicle delivery, as human drivers become less necessary. However, the fully unmanned nature of this delivery raises questions about regulatory approval for broader implementation.

Implications for EV Enthusiasts and EVXL Readers

For EV enthusiasts, this delivery solidifies Tesla’s leadership in autonomous driving, now extending to empty-vehicle operation. The Model Y’s integration of advanced AI chips and software updates, including version v13.2.9, sets a new standard for future EVs.

The Texas license plate on Jose’s vehicle suggests a localized rollout, indicating Tesla may expand this service regionally before going nationwide. This achievement, completed today on June 27, 2025, sets a precedent for autonomous transport.

As Jose noted, “That was me! So excited to have been a part of this thank you! @elonmusk @Tesla,” reflecting the excitement shared by the Tesla community.

With continued innovation, autonomous deliveries could transform how EVs reach customers, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

Photos courtesy of Jose Agarzaf / X