Unconfirmed social media reports on December 18 show Tesla's Cybercab testing on Austin public roads for the first time, building on recent driverless Model Y Robotaxi trials confirmed by Elon Musk earlier that week.
Social media buzz on X from December 18, 2025, reports sightings of Tesla's Cybercab—a fully autonomous robotaxi unveiled earlier in 2025 without steering wheel or pedals—operating on public roads in Austin, Texas. This follows Elon Musk's December 14 confirmation of unoccupied Model Y Robotaxi tests in the same city, advancing Tesla's driverless ambitions.
Tesla has not verified the Cybercab sightings, but they fuel speculation on rapid progress toward a ride-hailing network. Austin remains central to these efforts due to its supportive environment and Tesla's operations hub. The tests highlight ongoing validation amid regulatory hurdles and competition.
Investors view such developments as key to Tesla's AI-driven valuation, especially with EV demand softening. Official confirmation and further evidence are awaited to gauge next steps toward commercial rollout.
