Aug. 18 at 12:28 AM
Tesla is preparing for the public launch of its Cybercab in Austin, Texas, potentially by the end of August, according to The Information. The two-seat vehicle is Tesla’s first model designed without a steering wheel or brake pedals and is intended for autonomous ride-hailing through the company’s Robotaxi service.
Tesla has been conducting public-road tests nationwide, including in Austin, since June. In recent weeks, the company has expanded preparations with employee rides on private roads, driving tests and training with local emergency services. Employees have also been providing feedback from Cybercab rides at Tesla’s Austin campus.
Tesla reportedly plans to initially offer Cybercab rides to employees on public roads, then add the vehicles to its Austin Robotaxi service a few days later. The internal target is late August, although the timeline could still change as preparations continue.
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