Tesla launches limited Cybercab robotaxi service in Austin

Tesla launches the Cybercab robotaxi in Austin, though availability is currently restricted to 45 vehicles.

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Tesla officially launched the Cybercab robotaxi service on Thursday, making it available to users through its Robotaxi app. ^[1] Tesla's Robotaxi fleet in Austin consists of 314 vehicles, including Model Ys, Robovans, and Cybercabs. ^[2] The Cybercab is designed for autonomous rides and features a two-seater cabin with a massive display, lacking a steering wheel or pedals. ^[3] There are currently only 45 Cybercabs available in Tesla's Austin fleet. ^[4] Influencer Sawyer Merritt released a video sharing his first experience riding in the Cybercab. ^[5] The Cybercab was first unveiled by Tesla in October 2024. ^[6] The vehicle's interior lacks a traditional steering wheel and pedals, retaining only a large central touchscreen for passenger interaction. ^[7]

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Tesla officially launched the Cybercab robotaxi service on Thursday, making it available to users through its Robotaxi app. · Mashable

Tesla's Robotaxi fleet in Austin consists of 314 vehicles, including Model Ys, Robovans, and Cybercabs. · Mashable

The Cybercab is designed for autonomous rides and features a two-seater cabin with a massive display, lacking a steering wheel or pedals. · Mashable

There are currently only 45 Cybercabs available in Tesla's Austin fleet. · Mashable

Influencer Sawyer Merritt released a video sharing his first experience riding in the Cybercab. · 自由時報

The Cybercab was first unveiled by Tesla in October 2024. · 自由時報

The vehicle's interior lacks a traditional steering wheel and pedals, retaining only a large central touchscreen for passenger interaction. · 自由時報

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