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Tesla Files Mysterious 'Cybercar' and 'Cybervehicle' Trademarks
30 Jan
Summary
- Tesla applied for 'Cybercar' and 'Cybervehicle' trademarks on Wednesday.
- CEO Elon Musk announced discontinuation of Model S and X production.
- New trademark filings could relate to Cybertruck or Cybercab concepts.
On Wednesday, Tesla submitted trademark applications to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for the terms "Cybercar" and "Cybervehicle." These filings follow previous applications for "Cybercab" and "Cyberbus." The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office requires companies to use a trademark in commerce within approximately three years of approval, or risk losing it.
Separately, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on an earnings call Wednesday that the company will discontinue production of the Model S and X next quarter. Musk stated this decision is part of an overall shift towards an autonomous future, which includes a focus on developments like humanoid robots.
The exact intent behind the "Cybercar" and "Cybervehicle" trademarks is currently unknown. Possible connections include an evolution of the Cybertruck, a smaller version of it, or concepts related to the two-seater, steering-wheel-less Cybercab unveiled in late 2024. There is also speculation about a link to a flying car Musk teased last year, though a demonstration has not yet occurred.
