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Tesla Prepares to Launch Fully Autonomous Cybercab in Austin
Tesla is putting a car with no steering wheel or pedals on Austin roads. Pilot riders are employees, which is one way to align incentives.
The facts
Tesla is preparing to launch its fully autonomous Cybercab, a vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals, in Austin, Texas. Initial public road trials will involve employees, with plans to integrate Cybercab into the local Robotaxi service soon after. The deployment raises potential safety concerns due to its reliance on AI for all driving functions.