Will The Tesla Cybercab Be Another Cybertruck Disaster? - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica discusses skepticism surrounding Elon Musk’s announcement that Tesla will begin production of the Cybercab later this year. The Cybercab is described as a sleek, two-passenger coupe featuring scissor doors reminiscent of the 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, the vehicle reportedly will eliminate traditional controls such as the steering wheel, accelerator, brake pedal, and turn signals, relying instead on autonomous driving technology. A recent photo showed a Cybercab with a human driver holding a steering wheel, highlighting a potential disconnect between the concept and current reality. Critics question the feasibility of Musk’s ambitious production target of two million Cybercabs annually, doubting there is sufficient market demand to justify such numbers. The article also highlights Tesla’s legal troubles related to the Cybercab’s promotional materials, specifically a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Alcon Entertainment over unauthorized use of imagery similar to the movie Blade Runner 2049. Practical concerns about the Cybercab’s design are raised, including the functionality of sc