Tesla Cybercab Bans Children Under 13, Even When Accompanied by Parents

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Tesla has revealed that children under the age of 13 will not be permitted to ride in its upcoming Cybercab robotaxi, regardless of whether a parent is present. This policy is notably more restrictive than the rules applied to Tesla's Model Y SUVs, which are also being used as robotaxis. The age restriction represents one of several new details Tesla has disclosed about the Cybercab's operating guidelines. The stricter policy highlights the different safety and liability considerations Tesla is applying to its purpose-built autonomous vehicle compared to its existing robotaxi fleet.

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