Tesla's Robotaxi trademark attempt rejected by USPTO

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Summary

Tesla's Robotaxi trademark bid rejected; another application pending; USPTO cited 'generic' nature of name as reason for rejection

Key Points

The USPTO issued a nonfinal office action on Tesla's 'Robotaxi' trademark application, giving the company three months to respond or the application will be abandoned.
Tesla applied for the trademarks in October 2024 and also submitted two similar trademark applications for the term 'Robobus'.
The examiner found no conflicting trademarks in existence but refused the application due to it being 'merely descriptive' and not distinct from other companies.

Why It Matters

Tesla's failed bid highlights the challenges of securing distinctive trademarks in a crowded market.

Author

Sean O'Kane

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