Tesla Cybercab's Wireless Charging Capabilities Shown Off In New Teaser Video: Will This Be The Future Of EV Charging?
Tesla has unveiled a teaser video for its new Cybercab, showcasing wireless charging capabilities using inductive technology. The 14-second clip demonstrates the vehicle charging without a plug, but details on efficiency remain unclear. The Cybercab, a two-seater robotaxi, features a design similar to the Cybertruck and is expected to be priced under $100,000. This marks a significant advancement in EV design, eliminating traditional charging ports. Tesla also highlighted the autonomous capabilities of the Cybercab during its launch event.
Tesla Inc. TSLA has released a teaser video featuring the newly unveiled Cybercab, highlighting the future of wireless charging for its electric vehicles.
What Happened: During the Cybercab’s unveiling, Elon Musk introduced the concept of charging the vehicle without a plug, using inductive charging technology. However, the specifics of this technology remain undisclosed.
The 14-second teaser video shows the Cybercab charging wirelessly, sparking curiosity among viewers. It displays a charging time of 56 minutes, but it is unclear if this represents a full charge or an 80% charge, similar to Tesla’s fast-charging Superchargers.
The video leaves questions about the technology’s efficiency and functionality unanswered.
— Tesla (@Tesla) October 18, 2024Robotaxi wireless charging
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While wireless charging for vehicles is not a new concept, with companies like WiTricity already testing similar systems, Tesla’s teaser raises questions about the practicality and efficiency of such systems.
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Why It Matters: The unveiling of the Cybercab marks a significant milestone for Tesla. The two-seater robotaxi, introduced at an event in Los Angeles, features a design reminiscent of the Cybertruck’s angular and steel body and is expected to be priced under $30,000.
In a move reminiscent of Apple Inc., Tesla eliminated the traditional charging port in favor of inductive charging technology, marking a significant leap forward in EV design.
Tesla also showed off its autonomous capabilities with 19 Cybercabs and 29 Model Ys, completing 1,300 trips without safety incidents.
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