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Tesla Cybercab Launch in Austin Begins With Employee Rides

Published 18 August 2026

Tesla is preparing for the imminent launch of its driverless Cybercab service in Austin, Texas, with internal plans targeting employee rides on public roads in late August. This would mark the first deployment of a Tesla vehicle completely devoid of traditional driver controls like a steering wheel or pedals.

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