Tesla has rolled out the first Cybercab, its long-awaited self-driving robotaxi, from the production line at its Gigafactory in Texas, marking a major milestone in CEO Elon Musk’s push to transform the company into an autonomous mobility giant.
The electric vehicle maker shared the update on X (formerly Twitter), posting a photograph of employees celebrating the first build. While full-scale production is scheduled to begin in April 2026, the company has already started assembling early units of the futuristic two-seater vehicle.
Cybercab: Tesla’s Big Bet on Autonomous Future
The Tesla Cybercab is designed as a dedicated robotaxi with no steering wheel, pedals, or side mirrors, reflecting Musk’s vision of a fully autonomous future. The compact electric vehicle is expected to operate as part of Tesla’s self-driving fleet, expanding its robotaxi ambitions beyond modified Model Y vehicles currently used in pilot programs in the US.
Musk has previously claimed Tesla’s production lines could eventually manufacture a Cybercab every 10 seconds, signaling a push toward mass-market autonomous transport.
Price Under $30,000? Musk Challenges Popular YouTuber
Tesla has projected the Cybercab’s price to be below $30,000, a claim that popular tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) had doubted. Brownlee famously said he would shave his head on camera if Tesla managed to deliver the Cybercab at that price before 2027.
Responding recently, Musk said, “It’s gonna happen,” hinting the company could meet the aggressive price target earlier than expected.
However, Tesla has a history of launching vehicles at higher prices than initially announced, as seen with the Cybertruck, which debuted at a higher cost than its early projections.
Features and Design
According to Tesla, the Cybercab will feature:
- Wireless inductive charging
- Butterfly-style doors
- Sharp, futuristic design inspired by the Cybertruck
- Lower-cost materials to keep prices affordable
The vehicle is expected to play a central role in Tesla’s planned global robotaxi network.
Market Reaction
Investor sentiment around Tesla stock turned bullish on Stocktwits following the announcement, though trading volume remained low. Tesla shares have gained around 16% over the past year, reflecting continued optimism around its AI and autonomous driving roadmap.