Elon Musk launches driverless Cybercab robotaxi service in Austin, Texas
Elon Musk has launched a public robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, featuring the gold-colored Cybercab. This vehicle operates completely autonomously using Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology and lacks a traditional steering wheel or brake pedals.
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Passengers can request a ride through the Tesla Robotaxi app, similar to services like Uber or Lyft. Tesla is currently testing the vehicle in Austin, with 45 Cybercabs registered in Texas. The company plans to have manufacturing capacity for as many as 125,000 Cybercabs annually. While the vehicle is designed to be a lounge on wheels with entertainment features like music and gaming, federal safety regulators are evaluating the rollout. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reviewing the design because the vehicle lacks manual driving controls. This launch serves as a real-world test for Tesla's vision of fully autonomous transportation. The company is also exploring potential commercial fleet orders from companies and entrepreneurs to support the network.
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