Tesla says it will start selling Cybercabs by end of year
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Tesla said Wednesday it will start selling its Cybercab to customers by the end of the year, even as federal regulators investigate whether the vehicle meets vehicle safety standards. The gold-hued, autonomous two-seater lacks a steering wheel and other traditional controls. During the company’
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A high-end restaurant dining room with sleek, modern decor, where a lone Cybercab is parked in the center of the room, its doors open, as perplexed diners and waitstaff mill around it, unsure of what to do.
Caption: Tesla's newest dining experience: appetizers served by autonomous taxi
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Based on the original story on techcrunch.com.
Editor's note
The emergence of the Cybercab marks a significant step towards a future where autonomous vehicles are not just a novelty but a practical solution for urban transportation. As we navigate the regulatory hurdles, it's clear that the long-term vision of efficient, driverless taxis is moving closer to reality, promising a transformation in how cities manage traffic and reduce emissions.
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Panel 1
A sleek, modern Tesla dealership with a gold-hued Cybercab parked outside. Inside, a customer (in their 40s) is talking to a Tesla salesperson.
Customer: So, this Cybercab is fully autonomous, right? No steering wheel?
Salesperson: Correct! It's the future of urban transportation. Just tell it your destination, and it will take you there safely and efficiently.
Panel 2
The customer is sitting in the Cybercab for a test ride. The cab has no steering wheel, pedals, or other traditional controls. The customer looks bewildered and clutchy, holding their phone. Customer (nervously) Salesperson (on the phone, looking worried)
Customer: What happens if the internet goes down? Or if there's a power outage?
Salesperson: Uh, sir, we'll get right on that. Can you just wait inside for a moment?
Panel 3
The customer is now standing outside the dealership, looking at a gold-hued Cybercab with a large sign in front that reads “FEDERAL REGULATORS: APPROVAL PENDING. Customer (to a passing pedestrian) Pedestrian (shaking head)
Customer: You ever try a Cybercab?
Pedestrian: Nah, heard they're still waiting on some kind of green light from the feds. I'll stick to good old-fashioned yellow taxis for now.
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