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FollowingTesla launches Cybercab service in Austin, officially launches driverless taxi operations
On Thursday, Tesla officially launched the Cybercab service in Austin, beginning providing rides to paying passengers through its exclusive Robotaxi app. The two-seater model, designed specifically for driverless driving, eliminates the traditional steering wheel and pedals, marking the first time that Elon Musk's long-promised vision of a "robot taxi" has been implemented in a real-life setting, allowing special autonomous vehicles to truly carry Pay passengers on the road.
Texas debut: golden two-seater without steering wheel
The launch event was held in Austin and was limited to invited guests only. Tesla has provided the first Cybercab experience to a small number of well-known bloggers and loyal customers. Axios reported that the models on display were painted in gold, equipped with gull-wing doors, and did not have traditional mirrors, steering wheels or pedals.
Tesla has positioned Cybercab's interior space as an experience space beyond pure transportation and incorporates rich entertainment functions. The company released a promotional video showing movies, music and game apps that passengers can access through a 22-inch touchscreen. In addition, Tesla claims that future models will be equipped with V5 Starlink hardware to ensure full connectivity.
Users can book Cybercab trips through Tesla's dedicated ride-hailing application, and its operating process is highly similar to mainstream online ride-hailing platforms such as Uber, Lyft or Waymo.
The long distance between goal and reality
As of now, only 45 Cybercabs have been registered in Texas, a small fraction of the 420 Robotaxis Tesla operates in the state. Most vehicles are still traditional Model Y models equipped with fully autonomous driving (FSD) software, which means that the vast majority of ride-hailing users will not be able to experience this new model without steering wheel for the time being.
Although Tesla already has the capacity to produce 125,000 Cybercabs a year, and Musk said it eventually plans to produce the model in the million-scale scale, there is still a huge gap between the CEO's grand vision and reality.
Regulatory challenges: Tesla faces compliance path
To achieve expected Cybercab production, Tesla may face regulatory challenges at the federal level. Tesla is understood to prefer to certify Cybercab that meets existing regulations rather than seeking exemptions from safety requirements that may not be met by such non-traditional designs. This strategy helps Tesla avoid possible production restrictions in the exemption process, giving it greater flexibility in expanding Cybercab manufacturing.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it does not pre-approve vehicles or new technologies, but has received a no-exemption application from Tesla. "We are in contact with the company and closely monitoring developments."
At the same time, Tesla is also seeking outside investment to expand its Robotaxi network. On Thursday, Tesla opened an application form inviting individuals and entrepreneurs to purchase Cybercab fleets for commercial operations or develop the hubs and infrastructure needed to serve those fleets, with the goal of "helping us build the Robotaxi network." However, the general public is currently unable to purchase these vehicles.
