Tesla tests Cybercab: a steering- and pedal-free robotaxi in Austin

Quick update from the autonomous mobility space.

Tesla has begun testing Cybercab in Austin — a two-seat vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals. A safety monitor is currently seated in the passenger seat.

This is a key step for Tesla’s long-running robotaxi project. The company also continues service trials in Austin, backing its own vehicles and software.

The regulatory backdrop matters too: U.S. officials are discussing softer pedal rules for fully autonomous vehicles.

Why it matters: AV is moving from promises to real tests, and each launch shows who can scale.

Can Tesla catch up with Waymo in robotaxis?

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