Tesla is doubling, or perhaps tripling down on its bold claims of an autonomous future with the offer to "select customers" to purchase a Cybercab for "personal use." But the gilded, steering-wheel-free two-seater will "only be available in supported service areas" - meaning you'll only be able to buy one if you live in one […]
Tesla is inviting some people to buy a Cybercab ‘for personal use’ — but read the fine print
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