According to Sawyer Merritt, Elon Musk stated that self-driving technology is now essentially a solved problem, highlighting Tesla's confidence in their AI-driven autonomous vehicle systems. Musk announced that Tesla anticipates regulatory approval for supervised self-driving in Europe by next month, with similar timelines targeted for China. This progress signals a significant business opportunity for AI-powered transportation, potentially accelerating the deployment of autonomous vehicles in major markets and prompting increased investment in AI safety, regulatory compliance, and smart mobility solutions (source: Sawyer Merritt, Twitter, January 22, 2026).