Tesla is preparing to launch its purpose-built autonomous Cybercab in Austin, Texas, with internal schedules targeting staff-only rides on public roads as soon as late August before opening the driverless service more widely, according to people with direct knowledge of the plans.
The electric vehicle manufacturer notified staff that company workers would test the steering-wheel-free vehicles on public municipal roads across the Texan city first, with general Robotaxi fleet integration scheduled just days later.
