Tesla CEO Elon Musk has officially unveiled the CyberCab, a revolutionary self-driving Robotaxi, at Tesla’s ‘We, Robot’ event on October 10, 2024. The fully autonomous vehicle, set to hit the market before 2027 at a price of under $30,000, is positioned to transform the way people travel.
Musk, who arrived at the event in a CyberCab, highlighted its futuristic design—with no steering wheel or pedals—and emphasized that passengers will be able to fall asleep during the ride, waking up safely at their destination. The CyberCab is designed to be 10 times safer than human drivers, with the potential to save countless lives by reducing traffic accidents caused by human error.
Key highlights of the CyberCab include its low operational cost, with an average price of $1 per mile, which could drop further to 30-40 cents per mile when including taxes and additional savings. Musk touted that the car’s price point, below $30k, makes it affordable for consumers, allowing a wide market to access this cutting-edge technology.
Musk also confirmed that the Tesla Network, a shared fleet of robotaxis, will be part of Tesla’s broader vision for autonomous transportation. Tesla owners will have the option to add their vehicles to the network, earning income when they’re not using their cars.
Key Features of the Tesla CyberCab:
- Fully autonomous, no steering wheel or pedals
- 10x safer than human-driven cars, potentially saving lives
- Launch by 2027 with a price point of under $30,000
- Cost-effective: Projected to cost $1 per mile, with potential for 30-40 cents per mile after taxes
- Integrated with the Tesla Network, allowing owners to use their cars as robotaxis
First look of Tesla’s CyberCab ‘RoboTaxi’
The unveiling of the CyberCab marks a major milestone in Tesla’s autonomous vehicle journey and is expected to redefine urban transportation and personal mobility in the coming years.