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Tesla's Cybercab Production Starts, Awaits Safety Approval

3/12/2026

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Tesla, Inc. has begun production of its Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals.
Regulatory approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is required before sale due to safety concerns.
Mass production is set for April, targeting 2 million units annually and a price under $30,000.
Analysts say the Cybercab targets ride-hailing and would compete with Uber and Lyft, contingent on safety validation.

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Story summary

Tesla, Inc. has begun production of its Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals.
Regulatory approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is required before sale due to safety concerns.
Mass production is set for April, targeting 2 million units annually and a price under $30,000.
Analysts say the Cybercab targets ride-hailing and would compete with Uber and Lyft, contingent on safety validation.