Tesla began operating its Cybercab vehicle without steering wheel or pedals to transport passengers in Austin, Texas. The autonomous vehicle was launched a day after the US regulator opened an investigation into the car's certification.
The investigation was initiated by the US regulator a day after the Cybercab operations began. The vehicle currently operates in a limited area and on a small scale, according to available information.
The Cybercab is a robotaxi developed by Tesla that requires no human intervention, as it lacks traditional controls such as a steering wheel or pedals. This feature distinguishes it from other autonomous vehicles that still maintain manual driving options.
The operation in Austin marks the Cybercab's first foray into commercial passenger transport fleets, at a time when the vehicle's certification is being questioned by US authorities.
