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Tesla Cybercab: No kids under 13 allowed
4 Sep
Summary
- Cybercab prohibits rides for children under 13, citing current restrictions.
- In crashes, Cybercabs will unlock doors and alert Tesla rider support.
- New Cybercabs feature brake-by-wire and manual door releases.
Tesla recently held a private event for its Cybercab, a stark contrast to its usual large-scale launches. CEO Elon Musk's keynote reportedly lasted only 15 minutes, with many details shared via PDFs and updated terms of service rather than live announcements.
A significant new detail is Tesla's current policy prohibiting minors under the age of 13 from riding in the Cybercab, although specific guidelines for child seats are provided and minors aged 8-17 can ride in Model Y Robotaxis. Curiously, the Cybercab lacks standard LATCH anchors for child seats, requiring seat belt attachment.
In the event of a collision, Cybercabs are programmed to inflate airbags, unlock doors, and disable the high-voltage battery. The system will also automatically engage brakes to stop the vehicle and initiate a two-way communication link with Tesla's rider support team.
Further innovations include brake-by-wire technology, removing the complexity of traditional hydraulic systems. The Cybercab also features easily accessible manual door releases, addressing recent criticisms about the visibility of such mechanisms in other Tesla models. Additionally, the vehicle's windows cannot be fully opened, and USB-C ports offer a powerful 90W output.
