Tesla has unveiled its long-anticipated “Cybercab,” marking its official entry into the autonomous ride-hailing market. This robotaxi, modeled after the futuristic Cybertruck, introduces a new era for self-driving vehicles with its sleek, silver design, lacking a back windshield, and featuring upward-opening doors.
Unlike competitors such as Waymo, Tesla’s Cybercab relies solely on AI and vision technology, having ditched the radar and sensors that are standard in most other autonomous vehicles. This shift in technology enables Tesla to keep production costs lower, a key advantage in making its robotaxi service more accessible. The Cybercab also utilizes inductive charging, meaning there’s no need for a traditional charging port.
Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, initially planned to reveal the Cybercab earlier in the year but delayed the launch to October due to last-minute design changes. The vehicle is expected to revolutionize urban transportation, following Tesla’s commitment to advancing autonomous technologies while maintaining cost efficiency.
In addition to the Cybercab, Musk hinted at the Robovan, an autonomous vehicle capable of carrying up to 20 passengers, aimed at reducing travel costs for larger groups, such as sports teams