Tesla is testing more Cybercabs

Tesla’s self-imposed deadline to remove safety drivers from its Austin Robotaxi service has come and gone — and just like you on this first Monday of the new year, the safety drivers are at work. But the EV giant seems to be pushing ahead with its next big thing in driverless cars instead:

Tesla is testing at least seven Cybercabs, the gold two-seated vehicle that looks like it’s from a concept drawing of the future, on public roads in Austin and the Bay Area, according to sightings compiled by Robotaxi Tracker. While two of those vehicles were spotted in Austin late last year, five more have appeared since the start of 2026, including the first two sightings in the Bay Area.

CEO Elon Musk has said Cybercab production is slated to begin in April, though a year-end Tesla recap video appeared to suggest production was already underway. Musk clarified that the company is currently testing the Cybercab “production system.”

Like Tesla’s current Robotaxis, the purpose-built Cybercabs may also fall short of true autonomy. The Cybercabs are also testing with safety drivers. And despite earlier plans, production models will likely still include steering wheels, mirrors, and pedals.