Tesla Unveils Sub-$30,000 Cybercab and Faces 14 Robotaxi Crashes
Tesla unveiled its Cybercab sub-$30,000 autonomous EV with production ramping up in April, signaling a push into shared mobility. Tesla’s Austin Robotaxi service reported 14 crashes since mid-2025, raising safety and regulatory concerns over its self-driving fleet.
1. Tesla Debuts Sub-$30,000 Cybercab
Tesla introduced its Cybercab, an autonomous electric vehicle priced under $30,000, aiming to lower barriers to ride-hailing and expand its shared mobility offerings.
2. Production Ramp-Up and Testing
The Cybercab is set for ramped-up production starting in April, with early prototypes already spotted testing on Chicago highways to assess performance and reliability.
3. Austin Robotaxi Service Records Crashes
Tesla’s Austin Robotaxi operation has logged 14 crashes since mid-2025, prompting scrutiny of its safety systems and questions about regulatory oversight for its autonomous fleet.