Tesla to Sell Cybercab Robotaxi for Under $30,000 by 2027

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the company's new Cybercab robotaxi will be sold for under $30,000 before 2027, as production of the fully autonomous electric vehicle officially begins at the Giga Texas factory. This comes after Musk previously challenged a YouTuber to shave his head if Tesla could hit that price target by the end of the decade.

Why it matters

The Cybercab represents Tesla's push into the autonomous vehicle market, aiming to offer an affordable self-driving option for consumers. This aggressive pricing could disrupt the emerging robotaxi industry and make autonomous transportation more accessible to the masses.

The details

Tesla announced the first Cybercab had rolled off the production line at its Giga Texas factory. Shortly after, Musk confirmed on X that the company plans to sell the fully autonomous vehicle for $30,000 or less by 2027, delivering on a promise he made in 2024 when the Cybercab was first unveiled.

• Tesla announced the first Cybercab production on February 19, 2026.
• Musk confirmed the $30,000 price target would be met before 2027.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Tesla and Brownlee did not immediately respond to requests for comment, but the challenge over the Cybercab's pricing and production timeline is likely to continue generating buzz in the tech community.