Tesla's Cybercab: Futuristic Doubts

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Tesla's Cybercab: Bold Vision, Many Doubts

Tesla's recent "We, Robot" event showcased an ambitious vision of a future robotaxi, but left many unanswered questions. Held on a Hollywood movie lot, the event unveiled an early prototype called the "Cybercab," an autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel, designed for ride-sharing like a mobile Airbnb. Despite the sleek appearance, critics, like tech reviewer Marques Brownlee, remain skeptical.

The projected $30,000 price seems unrealistic, especially given Tesla's struggles with the Cybertruck. There are still regulatory challenges and bugs in Tesla's self-driving software that need addressing. The Cybercab has just two seats, limiting its practicality, and the futuristic gull-wing doors recall issues seen in previous Tesla models.

Furthermore, Brownlee noted its odd design choices, such as lacking a charging port and rear visibility. Tesla's goal is to launch it by 2027, but many, including Brownlee, doubt this timeline, calling the entire concept half-baked and overly ambitious.