Tesla plans to start production of the Cybercab, a fully autonomous electric vehicle without pedals or a steering wheel, in April 2025 at its Austin factory. CEO Elon Musk announced this during the company's recent shareholder meeting, where shareholders approved a massive compensation package for him valued at up to $1 trillion. Musk emphasized that the Cybercab is designed specifically for autonomous operation, prioritizing cost efficiency with no side mirrors. He aims for a rapid production cycle, claiming a cycle time of just 10 seconds, which could allow for the output of 2 to 3 million units annually. Despite Musk's confidence, Tesla has not yet shown that its vehicles can operate autonomously at scale without a safety monitor. This raises questions about the feasibility of the Cybercab's design, especially since Tesla chairwoman Robyn Denholm previously indicated that the vehicle would include a steering wheel and pedals as a backup option. The Cybercab was first unveiled in October 2024, and although Tesla has initiated a robotaxi service using Model Y SUVs, it hasn't yet deployed the Cybercab itself. Regulatory approval will be necessary for a vehicle like the Cybercab to operate without standard controls. Other companies, such as Zoox and General Motors, have encountered challenges in gaining similar approvals. Musk remains optimistic, suggesting that as the presence of Cybercabs increases in urban areas, regulators will become more accepting. He expressed gratitude to Waymo for their efforts in paving the way for autonomous vehicles. Musk believes that regulatory hurdles can be overcome, allowing widespread deployment of the Cybercab in the future.