Leaked Tesla documents reveal new venture coming soon to California
- Tesla is launching a new venture as seen in leaked documents
- The EV giant wants to launch a robo-taxi service in California
- Its new Cybercab will play a big role in that launch
Published on Mar 25, 2025 at 9:23 PM (UTC+4)
by Henry Kelsall
Last updated on Mar 25, 2025 at 9:23 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Documents have revealed that a new Cybercab venture might soon be introduced by Tesla in the state of California.
The EV giant is having a tough time at the moment, with large-scale protests against the company and CEO Elon Musk.
But its new venture could turn things around, as it is hoping to soon launch its Robocar services in the American state.
The move is part of a big push from Tesla to introduce more autonomous driving, including via its new Cybertaxi robotic taxi EV.
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Tesla is aiming for perfection with its new venture
A representative recently discussed preparations for its new EV robotaxi service.
They told Bloomberg that there was ‘a bunch of work that needs to be done to make sure the whole thing works efficiently.’
The company has already applied for permits in California, with the full service a robotic ‘ride-hailing’ service.
The application for the new Robotaxi venture is currently pending and not yet public.
But the company is still pushing ahead with its plans.
The service will initially run with regular cars.
The company will use the Model 3 and Model Y before eventually migrating to Cybercab.
There are also strict guidelines that the company must follow.
Initially, real drivers will be used before the autonomous side is fully operational.
Autonomous driving is still unnerving for some consumers
The Cybercab was revealed in late 2024, and the hope is that by June 2025, they will be earning their keep.
However, some are still skeptical about whether autonomous vehicles are safe.
There have been plenty of high-profile incidents involving Teslas and other vehicles in autopilot in accidents.
A video on YouTube recently showed a Tesla crashing into a fake wall painted like a road.
The Tesla simply failed to recognize the hazard ahead.
A Lexus, meanwhile, used in the same test, was able to perform an automatic emergency stop.
Thankfully, guidelines and rules in California for autonomous vehicles are very strict, stricter than those for Uber and Lyft.
Other states, though, like Texas, regulate them like traditional vehicles.
It is likely that Tesla will first launch its new Cybercab service in Austin, Texas.
The service will then launch in California after its application is approved.
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Henry is a content writer with nearly ten years experience, having written for various publications since 2017. Qualifying with a Sports Journalism degree from Staffordshire University, Henry loves all things automotive but has a particular soft spot for classic Japanese cars and anything Lancia. He also has a curious passion for steam locomotives.
