Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Cybercab robotaxi. See expected rollout, how much it'll cost

Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new Cybercab robotaxi, a significant step forward for self-driving rideshares, on Thursday evening.

The two-door models showcased at the electric car manufacturer's "We, Robot" event have no steering wheels, gas pedals, or brake pedals. Musk asserted that these fully autonomous vehicles would be "10 times safer than a human."

Last week, Musk also announced plans to launch a Tesla-operated autonomous ride service, utilizing customers' vehicles when they’re not in use, Reuters reported.

He said, during Thursday's event, that he believes his initiatives in autonomous vehicle technology could reduce the need for parking and save personal time.

When will the Cybercab robotaxis roll out?

The Tesla CEO first teased the Cybercab in 2019.

At Thursday's event, Musk said he expects to roll out self-driving capabilities in Texas and California next year.

Meanwhile, Cybercab production is set to begin in 2026, with plans to also launch a ride-share app similar to Uber and Lyft.

How much does the Cybercab cost?

The vehicles are priced for purchase at less than $30,000. It's not clear how much each ride will cost.

Contributing: James Powel and Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY

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