This Tesla Robotaxi mock-up is sending the internet into a frenzy
Published on Sep 14, 2023 at 12:32 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Sep 15, 2023 at 9:57 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Alessandro Renesis
This weird-looking thing is a Tesla Robotaxi.
The picture is going viral on X, and people are losing their mind because of it.
The mock-up was created by soon-to-be Cybertruck owner, TeslaTruckClub on X.
Even though it looks (vaguely) genuine, it’s just a cleverly photoshopped picture.
The thing is, there’s no mention of it being photoshopped and the caption simply reads: “Robotaxi?”
For that reason, predictably, some people think it’s real and they’re taking to the comment section to do what the internet does best: have a contrarian opinion.
Robotaxi? 👀… 🙃 pic.twitter.com/GgIH0W6XEc
— Mike – CyberOwners.com (@TeslaTruckClub) September 13, 2023
“[It is] going to have to be cheaper than that,” one user said.
“I hope the rear wheels don’t look like that,” another user wrote.
To be fair, we can think of at least three reasons why people might think this is legit.
First, TeslaTruckClub’s photoshop skills are nothing to sneeze at.
Both the vehicle and the page look like the sort of thing you might find on the Tesla website.
He even added pricing, performance figures and options.
Second, Elon Musk did say that sooner or later Tesla Robotaxis will be a thing.
He believes that owners will be able to use their vehicle as a robotaxi using Tesla’s Full Self Driving feature.
The third reason is Elon Musk’s authorized biography includes mentions of Tesla Robotaxi and a render that looks (almost) exactly like the one TeslaTruckClub created.
The front looks Model 3-ish, while the rear section vaguely resembles the Cybertruck.
It also has a minimalistic interior and closed off wheels.
It’s certainly unconventional and a bit ‘out there’, but at this point, we can expect just about anything from Musk.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
