Tesla Cybercab Set to Launch in Austin on September 3
The two-seat, steering-wheel-free robotaxi will operate alongside Tesla's existing driverless Model Y fleet.
Tesla is set to launch its Cybercab autonomous ride-sharing vehicle in Austin, Texas, on September 3.
What Happened
The company has begun sending out invitations for a dedicated event in the city where its headquarters is located. The Cybercab features just two seats and has no steering wheel or pedals, designed specifically for fully autonomous passenger transport. It will operate in Tesla's Robotaxi fleet alongside the Model Y, which has been performing driverless rides for real-world passengers for more than a year. A report from The Information earlier this week indicated Tesla could launch as soon as late August; the company ultimately scheduled the event for September 3.
Why It Matters
The Cybercab marks Tesla's first purpose-built vehicle designed exclusively for self-driving operation, moving beyond its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) platform that is available in other Tesla models. If the launch event includes passenger rides on public roads within Austin, it would represent a significant step toward commercially viable robotaxi service and one of the most advanced autonomous ride-hailing demonstrations in the United States.
The Bottom Line
Tesla will officially launch its Cybercab robotaxi at an Austin event on September 3, marking the next phase of the company's autonomy strategy with a vehicle built solely for driverless operation.
