FYI: A heavily camouflaged prototype of Tesla’s highly anticipated Robotaxi, dubbed “Cybercab,” has been spotted near Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, showcasing its potential two-seater design.
Unveiling of Tesla’s Robotaxi Prototype: The “Cybercab”
A mysterious and heavily camouflaged prototype, believed to be Tesla’s revolutionary Robotaxi “Cybercab,” was recently sighted near Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. This intriguing discovery has sparked much curiosity and excitement within the Tesla community and beyond.
A Peek at the Prototype
The vehicle, captured in photos close to a Tesla Model Y, appears to be significantly smaller and is speculated to be a two-seater. Covered in bright yellow wrap and sporting what look like dummy body panels, the prototype hints at an entirely new design approach for Tesla’s next big innovation.
Data Collection at Warner Bros. Studios
Reports have emerged suggesting that Warner Bros. Studios may be the venue for the official unveiling of Tesla’s Robotaxi. Although Tesla has not confirmed this, the renowned Tesla hacker @greentheonly noted extensive data collection activities in the area, reinforcing the likelihood of such an event.
Tesla’s Test Fleet Activities
According to a Reddit post on r/TeslaMotors by member u/dent3dwheel, a fleet of Tesla test vehicles has been seen around Warner Bros. Studios over the past week. Another member, u/boopitysmopp, working in the area, has observed these activities regularly. These sightings add weight to the speculation of an impending major announcement from Tesla.
Design Insights
The sighted prototype shares a resemblance to an earlier Robotaxi concept image shown in Walter Isaacson’s biography of Elon Musk. Based on the observations, the vehicle is a compact two-seater with ample cargo space in the rear. It features two doors, large rear wheels, and taillights similar to those on the Cybertruck.
Production Plans
Tesla has disclosed in its Q2 2024 Update Letter that the Robotaxi will be produced using the "unboxed" manufacturing process at Giga Texas. The company is also preparing for an unveiling event, with opportunities for TSLA retail shareholders to attend.
What’s Next?
Tesla enthusiasts and retails shareholders alike are eagerly awaiting further details and official announcements regarding the Robotaxi. In the meantime, the sighted prototype serves as a tantalizing glimpse into Tesla’s future advancements in autonomous electric vehicles.
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William Kouch, Editor of Automotive.fyi
