Tesla outlines restrictions and safety features for new Cybercab robotaxi
Tesla's latest robotaxi, the Cybercab, will not carry passengers under 13 and includes several safety mechanisms, while regulators continue to review its rollout.
Tesla disclosed new details about its Cybercab robotaxi during a brief private event, noting that the vehicle will not transport passengers younger than 13 years old, even when accompanied by an adult. Minors aged 8 to 17 may ride in the company’s Model Y robotaxi SUVs, which are equipped with child-seat guidelines, but the Cybercab lacks standard LATCH anchors and relies on seat-belt attachment for child seats.
In the event of a collision, the Cybercab is programmed to deploy airbags, unlock the doors, activate hazard and interior lights, disable the high-voltage battery, vent the windows, apply brakes to stop and park, and initiate a two-way connection with Tesla’s rider support team. The vehicle uses electronic door latches that open automatically at the start and end of rides, with an exterior button for door release and a clearly marked manual release on each door’s armrest.
The model also features a brake-by-wire system, replacing traditional hydraulic brakes with electronic actuators, a design choice the company says reduces complexity. Additionally, the windows cannot be fully opened, though no explanation was provided in the released documentation. Tesla’s updated terms of service and accompanying PDFs contain further specifications as regulators, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, continue to examine the Cybercab’s safety and compliance.