Tesla is inviting “select customers” to place orders for its Cybercab, a two-seat autonomous vehicle intended to be used for personal transportation. Multiple outlets report the Cybercab is listed at $29,990 and requires a $299 monthly “Autonomy Subscription,” which controls whether the vehicle can operate.
Coverage also emphasizes that the order terms are restrictive. Outlets describe a $1,000 nonrefundable deposit requirement and limitations tied to Tesla’s supported service areas, with mentions of Texas and Florida. Several reports point to additional “fine print” conditions, including rules on modifications, suspension or cut-off mechanisms linked to safety-related events, and guidance that owners handle responsibilities such as insurance, registration, parking, charging, and maintenance.
Different outlets frame the announcement differently: tech-focused outlets highlight the monthly fee’s size and consumer implications, while others stress the vehicle’s lack of traditional controls (no steering wheel or pedals) and the operating limitations compared with broader public expectations for autonomy. One outlet also raises questions about whether Tesla’s autonomy promise will materialize broadly for typical customers.
