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<\/p>\nThe moment autonomous driving enthusiasts have been waiting for is finally here. After months of public testing and speculation, Tesla is preparing to officially take the wraps off its dedicated Cybercab robotaxi.<\/p>\n
The Cybercab represents the next phase of Tesla\u2019s autonomous ambitions. Designed from scratch as a purpose-built two-seater, the vehicle completely ditches the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and any other form of traditional controls. It\u2019s built to serve as the scalable backbone of Tesla\u2019s commercial Robotaxi fleet, eventually replacing the modified Model Y vehicles currently handling driverless rides.<\/p>\n
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Tesla teased the event for months before revealing last month that it would take place in Austin<\/a>. Days later, Tesla confirmed the September 3 Cybercab event date<\/a> and sent invites to attendees. It even ran a sweepstakes that gave Robotaxi riders a chance to win an invite to the event. <\/p>\n Event Time<\/p>\n The launch presentation is scheduled to begin today, Thursday, September 3, at 4:45 p.m. CDT in downtown Austin, Texas.<\/p>\n Cybercab Launch Event<\/p>\n Your Time<\/p>\n Pacific Time: September 3, 2:45 PM Because invited guests have been instructed not to share event details publicly, specific venue arrangements and agenda remain tightly under embargo until kickoff.<\/p>\n How to Watch<\/p>\n Tesla typically live streams all of its major unveilings, and we expect today\u2019s presentation to follow suit. However, Tesla hasn\u2019t shared an official stream link ahead of time.<\/p>\n Given the strict embargo surrounding this launch, the event feels noticeably more secretive than past vehicle debuts. We\u2019ll update this article with a live stream link as soon as one becomes available.<\/p>\n What to Expect<\/p>\n Anticipation kicked into high gear after James Bickford, Tesla\u2019s Director of Global Sales for Residential Energy Products, posted a teaser on X stating that “it’s going to be an exciting 48 hours.” With the main stage presentation likely lasting only a few hours at best, the teaser suggests Tesla could have more surprises planned over the coming days.<\/p>\n It\u2019s going to be an exciting 48 hours<\/p>\n \u2014 James Bickford (@James_Powerwall) September 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n We expect the Cybercab to officially join the commercial Robotaxi fleet during or immediately following the event. A recent Robotaxi app update rolled out support for Cybercab rides in Austin, confirming that the two-seater is ready for passenger duty.<\/p>\n
\n Eastern Time: September 3, 5:45 PM
\n UTC: September 3, 9:45 PM
\n London, England: September 3, 10:45 PM
\n Berlin, Germany: September 3, 11:45 PM
\n Sydney, Australia: September 4, 7:45 AM<\/p>\n