According to Sawyer Merritt on Twitter, Elon Musk addressed Waymo's position in the self-driving car industry, highlighting the competitive landscape of AI-powered autonomous vehicles. Musk emphasized that Tesla's approach, which leverages end-to-end neural networks and real-world data, differs significantly from Waymo's reliance on high-definition maps and lidar systems (source: Sawyer Merritt, Twitter, Dec 10, 2025). This distinction underscores a broader industry trend where companies are exploring diverse AI methodologies to achieve full self-driving capabilities. The conversation reveals significant business opportunities for AI firms developing scalable, sensor-agnostic autonomous systems, as the market seeks solutions that can adapt to various environments without extensive pre-mapping. Industry analysts note that this competition is accelerating innovation and attracting investment in AI-driven mobility platforms.