Tesla Launches Austin Cybercabs

Tesla began offering paid rides in steering-wheel-free, pedal-free Cybercabs in Austin on Thursday, putting dozens of fully self-driving two-seat vehicles on public streets. The launch followed Tesla posts on X teasing “no steering wheel, no pedals” and inviting people to “try it out” in Austin ahead of a closed, invite-only event. The gold-colored vehicles leave passengers without manual controls in emergencies, a core test of whether riders will accept a no-driver service. Tesla also published a form for businesses interested in buying Cybercab fleets or supplying network infrastructure.