Tesla to launch Cybercab in Austin in August, starting with employee rides
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Tesla has told employees it plans to launch its Cybercab publicly in Austin, Texas, in August, starting with rides for employees on public roads. The company then expects to add Cybercabs to its autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin a few days later.
Key Facts
- Tesla has told staff it plans to begin the Cybercab rollout in Austin by offering rides to employees on public roads, then integrate Cybercabs into its robotaxi service a few days later.
- The company has been preparing for the launch with test driving, employee rides on private roads, and training with local first responders in recent weeks.
- Tesla started running tests of the production version of its Cybercab on public roads in June.
- Production of the Cybercab is expected to ramp up later this year.
- Cybercab is a purpose-built autonomous vehicle without pedals or a steering wheel.
Austin Rollout Plan
Tesla has told employees it plans to launch Cybercab publicly in Austin in August, starting with rides for employees on public roads. The company then expects to add Cybercabs to its autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin a few days later. Cybercab is a purpose-built autonomous vehicle without pedals or a steering wheel, central to Tesla's robotaxi ambitions.
Production and Pre-Launch Tests
Tesla started running tests of the production version of its Cybercab on public roads in June. Production of the vehicle is expected to ramp up later this year. Tesla has been preparing for the launch through test driving and offering employee rides on private roads in recent weeks. The company has also conducted training with local first responders. Tesla did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
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Tesla to launch Cybercab in Austin in August, starting with employee rides
