The footage also offered the clearest look yet at the Cybercab’s interior. Instead of a dashboard filled with driving information, the vehicle features a simple central display created for passengers.
As there is no driver, the screen is designed mainly to show ride details and other passenger information. Tesla says the current programme is still an engineering test, meaning the vehicles are collecting real-world data before any wider commercial rollout.
Social Media Reacts With Excitement and Concern
While many people praised Tesla’s progress, the viral video also triggered a lively debate online about whether driverless cars without steering wheels are ready for everyday use.
Several users described the technology as a glimpse into the future. One person wrote that this was how transport should already have looked years ago, while another said it was a much bigger achievement than many people realise.
It is definitely safer to have automated vehicles interacting with only other automated vehicles designed to interact with each other rather than allowing a hit and run which I had happen to me when I was driving
— JackIDE (@Jack__IDE) June 30, 2026
Imagine explaining this to someone 20 years ago: “A car with no steering wheel just drove itself through the city.” They’d probably ask what movie you watched. 😅
— Gems In Ernest (@gemsinernest) June 30, 2026
Another user joked that anyone still doubting autonomous driving in 2026 only needed to watch a Cybercab calmly driving through Austin traffic to understand how quickly the technology is advancing.
Some users were excited enough to ask when the Cybercab would begin offering public rides, while others said they would happily own one if it allowed them to completely relax during daily journeys.
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