Tesla's Latest Cybercab Test in Austin: Two Seats, No Steering Wheel, No Pedals
Imagine hopping into a car that has no steering wheel, no gas pedal, and no brake pedal. That’s exactly what Tesla is now testing on the streets of Austin, Texas. The company has rolled out a production-ready version of its two-seater Cybercab, giving us a glimpse into a truly driverless future. For now, these unique vehicles aren’t completely unsupervised. A safety monitor rides along in the passenger seat, keeping an eye on things as the Cybercab navigates Austin's roads. This significant step follows years of development and promises from Tesla about their autonomous vehicle technology. This move comes after Tesla had already been quietly testing a robotaxi service in Austin using modified Model Y SUVs for roughly a year. They’ve also been spotted parking hundreds of these new Cybercabs in various cities, leading many to believe a larger launch was just around the corner. Now, we're seeing them in action on public streets. This latest test is happening at a key...