Tesla is starting to sell the driverless car. It cannot be driven without a subscription.
Tesla is inviting select customers to order a Cybercab for private use. This driverless car requires a subscription and can only operate in designated areas.
Robotaxi for your own garage
Tesla began sending out invitations to order the Cybercab to chosen customers on November 13. This two-seater electric vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals will now be available to private owners as well. The ordering offer includes first deliveries in December 2026 in Austin, Texas.
The customer receives their own car, with Tesla’s system handling driving. They can set destinations via an app, manage rides and access for other passengers, and schedule service or contact support. A Tesla account and a compatible phone are required for this.
Tesla decides where the car goes
Cybercab will only function within areas permitted by Tesla, defined by geofencing. Outside these areas, the automaker can technically block driving. Therefore, the car’s usability also depends on whether the owner’s regular routes fall within the supported area.
Tesla reserves the right in the contract to expand, reduce, or move the zones. Their boundaries may not exactly align with the Robotaxi service coverage. Operation also requires a functional connection and up-to-date software.
The contract limits the car to private, non-commercial use. Joining the Robotaxi network, other taxi services, delivery services, or rental programs requires explicit written permission from Tesla or the relevant option needing to be enabled directly in the system. Thus, buyers cannot expect automatic income from renting out the car.
Add a monthly fee to the car’s price
Cybercab is available for $29,990 before taxes, approximately 663,000 crowns. Upon ordering, the customer pays a non-refundable deposit of $1,000, roughly 22,100 crowns.
The mandatory Autonomy Subscription costs $299 per month, about 6,600 crowns. The first month is included with the purchase. The service covers autonomous driving, connectivity, remote support, driver assistance, and selected maintenance tasks. Insurance, registration, charging, and parking are paid for separately by the owner.
Tesla explicitly states in the terms that Cybercab will not function without an active subscription. The service price may change with a month’s notice.
Elon Musk has also stepped in regarding pricing. According to Reuters, he called the monthly fee too high and said it should be around $115, or approximately 2,540 CZK, similar to FSD and connectivity features in other models. This is for now just his proposal to reduce the cost. The pricing offered by Tesla is $299.
Sources:
Original text / Elektrickevozy.cz
Tesla / X network
Tesla – Autonomy Subscription terms for Cybercab
Reuters – start of private sales and Elon Musk’s reaction
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