Tesla Cybercabs Make Nashville Appearance
Tesla said the antenna will help track robotaxis and provide connectivity in areas with weak cellular coverage, though the car can drive without internet.
- On Monday, Tesla shared photos of its first Cybercab featuring a Starlink antenna built directly into the vehicle's rear, confirming satellite internet is "directly integrated" into the robotaxi.
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated the satellite link prevents robotaxis from getting stuck in "Bermuda Triangles of lack of cellular connectivity" and supports high-bandwidth needs like 4K streaming.
- Despite the integration, Tesla's VP for AI software Ashok Elluswamy noted the system is not required for safe operation, as the vehicle relies on onboard local computing for autonomous driving.
- Industry critics argue the antenna adds unnecessary cost, weight, and complexity to a vehicle Tesla aims to build for $30,000, especially since robotaxis operate in dense urban areas with 5G coverage.
- The hardware integration highlights growing overlap between Musk's ventures, with some observers suggesting it serves as a recurring revenue stream for Musk-owned SpaceX. Musk recently claimed all future cars will integrate Starlink terminals.
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Elon Musk says every future Tesla will have Starlink, starting with the Cybercab
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Tesla built a Starlink internet dish into its Cybercab robotaxi
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Tesla Cybercabs Now Integrate Starlink Antennas, but What Do They Need Them For?
In July, Tesla confirmed that the Cybercab would be equipped with a Starlink V5 terminal, and has now shown a robotaxi with an integrated antenna. However, it's not clear why the Tesla Cybercab would need a satellite internet dish, especially as Tesla Full Self-Driving runs locally on the vehicle's computer. Ever since SpaceX has provided Starlink services to end users, Tesla fans have wanted an integrated Starlink antenna. Some... (continue rea…
Tesla Debuts Starlink On Cybercab as Elon Musk Eyes Industry Adoption
The satellite connectivity appears to be built directly into the rear of the car, hiding the usual Starlink dish design from view. CEO Elon Musk is boldly claiming all cars will adopt Starlink too.
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