Tesla confirmed on Monday that it will equip Cybercab vehicles with Starlink V5 terminals. The integration aims to support company operations rather than passenger use.
The company announced the move as part of its Robotaxi fleet plans. Ashok Elluswamy, Tesla’s head of AI, clarified the purpose in a statement.
“It is still not required for safe operation of the vehicle. Connectivity is primarily meant for navigation, customer service and, in general, fleet management,” Elluswamy said.
Many observers had expected the terminals to provide internet access for riders during trips. Instead, the system will allow Tesla to maintain contact with vehicles for troubleshooting and other fleet tasks.
The Cybercab began production earlier this year. The Starlink feature adds a direct link to support unsupervised operations without affecting core vehicle safety.
