autonomy_drone디지털투데이 (DigitalToday)· 6/16/2026, 8:20:00 PM★ 8.0
Tesla's Cybercab Showcases Record Efficiency... But Will It Convince People to Sell Their Cars?
Tesla's Cybercab, certified by the EPA, boasts record efficiency with a 10.4km/kWh average, a 673km range, and zero emissions for its full lifecycle. Despite these advancements, experts argue its utility in displacing personal vehicles is limited by high operational costs, with RoboTaxis needing to charge 0.50 USD per km to remain competitive. Internal Tesla analysis suggests the RoboTaxi business may not be profitable, and Elon Musk has reportedly rejected the initiative.
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