About Cybercab

Unveiled by Elon Musk at the much-anticipated "We, Robot" event, Cybercab represents Tesla's bold step into the future of autonomous transportation. This self-driving robotaxi promises to revolutionize urban mobility with its cutting-edge technology and futuristic design.

Key Features of Cybercab

• Fully Autonomous

  No steering wheel, accelerator, or brake pedals

• Futuristic Design

  Metallic, shiny sci-fi aesthetic inspired by "Blade Runner"

• Inductive Charging

  Charges wirelessly by driving over a charging plate

• Comfortable Interior

  Described as "sitting in a comfortable little lounge"

• Advanced Computing

  "Overspecced" computer for distributed network computing

• Affordable

  Expected to cost below $30,000

Cybercab Timeline

• October 2024

  Cybercab unveiled at the "We, Robot" event

• 2025

  Expected regulatory approval in California and Texas for Tesla's autonomous driving

• 2026

  Projected start of Cybercab production

Elon Musk's Vision

Musk envisions a future where:

• Parking lots are replaced by parks
• People can sleep or watch movies while being transported
• Cars can be used as Uber-like taxis when not in use by the owner
• Individuals can set up fleets of vehicles to rival ride-share companies

"It's going to be a glorious future," Musk declared at the event.

Safety and Development

Tesla claims that their autonomous driving technology is safer than human drivers, based on data gathered from millions of vehicles. Musk stated, "With that amount of training data it's obviously going to be much better than a human can be because you can't live a million lives."

However, the path to full autonomy has faced challenges. Tesla has been pressured to recall vehicles due to issues with their Full Self-Driving system, and regulators are investigating the safety of Tesla's autonomous features.

Beyond Cybercab: Robovan

In addition to Cybercab, Musk announced the Robovan, a larger autonomous vehicle designed to carry up to 20 people or transport goods. While no specific timeline or pricing was provided for the Robovan, it represents Tesla's vision for diverse autonomous transportation solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Cybercab be available?

Elon Musk projects that Cybercab will be in production "before 2027," with a more specific target of 2026.

How much will Cybercab cost?

Tesla expects the cost of Cybercab to be below $30,000.

Where will Cybercab be available first?

Tesla plans to introduce autonomous driving capabilities in California and Texas by 2025, pending regulatory approval.

How does Cybercab differ from current Tesla vehicles?

Unlike current Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, Cybercab is designed to operate without any human intervention and lacks traditional driving controls.