Autonomous driving: Tesla launches robotaxi service in Texas – excluding the public
Founder Elon Musk had made big promises before the launch. Tesla, however, still has to prove that it can compete with the Cybercab against Google sister company Waymo.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on his X platform late at night that a "storm of Cybercabs" would be expected the following Thursday. The company promoted the sleek two-seaters with wing doors in several videos, showing passengers cramming onto the seats or distracting themselves with video games. On Thursday afternoon in Austin, Texas, the actual step took place: Tesla offered paid rides in the car that lacks a steering wheel and pedals.
Traditional media were not permitted at the event, and a livestream was surprisingly not offered to the many observers. Guests had to sign a confidentiality agreement beforehand. Musk's Tesla and company claims led to the first time a mass-produced Tesla transported passengers without any human intervention in the cabin. The sedan, offered on their website, allows customers to call the Cybercab via app for deliveries or commuting. The two-seater also provides space for luggage, golf clubs, or skateboards.
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