Tesla gears up to launch Cybercab ‘robotaxi’ with no steering wheel or pedals
NEW YORK, Aug 23 — Electric vehicle-maker Tesla is teasing the upcoming debut of its self-driving robotaxi, dubbed...
Tesla, the electric vehicle manufacturer founded by Elon Musk, is set to unveil its self-driving robotaxi, the "Cybercab," in Austin, Texas. The company teased the launch on social media, promising exclusive access to Cybercabs at an event on September 3. The Cybercab, first revealed in October 2024, will be the first Tesla vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals, and it can accommodate two passengers.
According to Tesla, production of the self-driving cars is expected to commence before 2027, with prices projected to be under $30,000 for private buyers. Initial rollout is anticipated to start with Cybercab rides for employees on public roads, eventually integrating the vehicle into Tesla's Robotaxi service in Austin. Rumors have swirled that Tesla employees have been spotted riding in Cybercabs, fueling speculation about the imminent launch.
In the past, Tesla tested self-driving cars in Austin using Model Y SUVs, with the Robotaxi service gradually expanding to other cities in Texas, Florida, and California. However, legal requirements in some states mandate a human supervisor or driver to be on hand to take control if needed. Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving vehicle subsidiary, currently offers its services in 11 U.S. cities.
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