Tesla starts testing Cybercab without pedals or a steering wheel in Austin

Tesla has begun testing a production version of its Cybercab on public roads in Austin, Texas. The two-seat vehicle, first revealed in October 2024, operates entirely via autonomous software without a steering wheel or pedals. A safety monitor occupies the right passenger seat during these trials. This move suggests the company is preparing to fulfill Elon Musk's long-term promise of launching its own robotaxi network, utilizing the specialized autonomous capabilities of the new vehicle.