- Tesla‘s Cybercab is a fully autonomous robotaxi with no steering wheel or pedals.
- Production is set to start in 2026, with a price point below $30,000.
- Tesla also introduced the Robovan, a larger autonomous vehicle designed for 20 passengers.
Elon Musk’s latest reveal, the Cybercab, is Tesla’s bold entry into the autonomous vehicle market. The robotaxi ditches conventional controls, offering a glimpse into the future of transportation.
Tesla’s Robovan, also introduced during the event, aims to address the future of mass transit. With the ability to carry up to 20 passengers, the fully autonomous vehicle promises a new era of driverless transportation for larger groups.
Tesla Launches Fully Autonomous Cybercab and Robovan
At Tesla’s “We, Robot” event, Elon Musk unveiled the long-awaited Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle that lacks traditional driving controls such as steering wheels and pedals. The vehicle is priced at under $30,000 and is set to hit production lines by 2026. Musk emphasized that the Cybercab will make autonomous transportation both affordable and scalable, further advancing Tesla’s mission of an AI-driven future.
Alongside the Cybercab, Musk introduced the Robovan, a 20-seater autonomous vehicle aimed at the mass transit market. Tesla envisions this larger vehicle as a solution for cities and transport companies seeking sustainable, driverless transport options. The Robovan is poised to reshape public transport, providing efficiency and reducing costs through Tesla’s advanced full self-driving technology.
During the event, Musk stressed Tesla’s advancements in artificial intelligence, noting that full self-driving capabilities will be available on Tesla’s current models as early as next year in certain U.S. states. The ability for cars to operate without human intervention, even allowing passengers to “fall asleep” during their trips, reflects the company’s leap forward in AI. Tesla’s autonomous fleet has been in development for years, and this event highlighted the company’s progress toward achieving unsupervised driving.
Wireless charging was also a focal point of the discussion. Musk announced that the Cybercab will utilize inductive charging technology, eliminating the need for manual charging and adding convenience to the user experience. This move is part of Tesla’s long-term vision to increase the efficiency and usability of electric vehicles by removing traditional infrastructure limitations.
Tesla’s Cybercab and Robovan represent significant milestones in the autonomous vehicle industry. With production set for 2026, these vehicles will push the boundaries of both personal and public transportation, offering a glimpse of a future where AI-driven transport becomes the norm.
“The vast majority of the time, cars are just doing nothing. But if they’re autonomous, they could be used five times more, maybe 10 times more.” – Elon Musk
