Musk Says Tesla Cybercab Will Perform Majority of Passenger Miles in Legal Jurisdictions
Tesla is discontinuing the Cybertruck to transition its production space into additional Cybercab assembly lines.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated that the Cybercab will perform "a majority of all passenger miles" in any jurisdiction where it is not prohibited by law, describing the outcome as "obvious to anyone with eyes and a brain."
What Happened
Musk used the prediction to support the company’s decision to discontinue the Cybertruck. The production space currently used for the Cybertruck will be removed and transitioned into additional Cybercab assembly lines. Musk indicated on social media that he is moving past the debate surrounding the discontinuation, noting that the business side of the company is steering the direction away from the truck.
Why It Matters
The Cybercab is currently active in Austin, Texas, where it operates without a steering wheel or pedals for passenger control. Prototypes have been spotted in other parts of the United States, though those units reportedly have a driver behind the wheel. The reallocation of manufacturing capacity from the Cybertruck to the Cybercab underscores Tesla’s focus on developing an autonomous platform for transportation services.
The Bottom Line
Tesla is ending Cybertruck production to expand Cybercab capacity. Musk maintains that the Cybercab will dominate passenger miles in areas where it is legally permitted, shifting the company's operational focus toward autonomous ride-hailing.
