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Swindonians react to self-driving Tesla on Magic Roundabout

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30.07.2025

Swindonians gave their verdict on Tesla’s fully self-driving car attempting to navigate the Magic Roundabout.

A new clip showed the car tackling the complex layout while the person in the driver’s seat is not holding the steering wheel.

The demonstration comes as Tesla showcases its cutting-edge full self-driving technology in the UK as part of preparations for a potential future rollout.

The company is awaiting regulatory approval to use its unsupervised full self-driving capabilities in the UK.

Here’s what you had to say on the matter.

Polly Large said: “Learnt to drive on the Magic Roundabout. Don't know what all the fuss is about. As long as you give way to the right, its plain sailing.”

Emily Jameson replied: “You need to know where you're going first. As someone who doesn't know my way around Swindon at all, I get into a terrible muddle. I tend to close my eyes, take a deep breath and drive across the whole thing, hoping for the best.”

Ian Caddie said: “I think the........

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