Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled the long-awaited prototype of the company’s newest robotaxi, the CyberCab, at an event in Burbank, California.
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— Tesla (@Tesla) October 11, 2024
Musk suggested that production could begin as early as 2026 and that the vehicle’s expected price could be less than $30,000. To commemorate the event, Musk appeared on stage in one of the prototypes, highlighting the vehicle’s innovative design.
Tesla recently held an event titled “We, Robot” at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, where it unveiled its long-awaited robotaxis, a key element of the company’s future expansion plans. .
During the event, CEO Elon Musk took the opportunity to inform investors about the progress of the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) efforts, arguing that this is critical to Tesla’s continued success. did. “We built a futuristic world,” Musk commented on social media platform X in response to images shared by participants.
Elon Musk has revealed that the next self-driving CyberCab will cost less than $30,000 and production is expected to begin in 2026. This pricing is significantly lower than the Model 3 sedan’s current entry price of over $42,000, especially after Tesla eliminated pricing for its self-driving CyberCab. The base model is rear-wheel drive, given the recent tariffs imposed on parts sourced from China.
Alongside the CyberCab, Tesla also introduced the Robovan concept. This is a large self-driving vehicle designed to carry up to 20 passengers at the same time. Both the CyberCab and RoboVan announcements highlight Tesla’s commitment to entering the self-driving transportation space.
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— Tesla (@Tesla) October 11, 2024
Cybercab is specifically aimed at providing a more cost-effective solution for consumers interested in using or renting self-driving cars through the Tesla network.
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