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Cybercab certified at a whopping 28% more efficient than current leader (Lucid Air) (electrek.co)
submitted 5 months ago by to c/electricvehicles@slrpnk.net
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[โ€“] 7 points 5 months ago (3 children)

The Cybercab is a purpose-built, two-seat autonomous pod with no driver controls. No steering column, no pedal assembly โ€” all of that weight and complexity is gone. Tesla designed a teardrop-shaped body that narrows significantly at the rear, optimized purely for aerodynamics rather than rear passenger comfort or cargo space.

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  • [โ€“] [S] -5 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (2 children)

    It's optimized for efficiency, and as a result, affordability. It lacks rear seats, which the author claims doesn't exist elsewhere, which is obviously just a moronic take. Plenty of people don't need 4 seats. I don't need or want 4 seats. Removing 2 adds a ton of space for cargo as well. Add a 30lb. steering column and Bob's your uncle, you have a normal car.

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  • [โ€“] 1 point 5 months ago* (1 child)

    You dont need a traditonal steering column, its drive by wire like the CT. Just a wheel affixed to the dash and a connection to the computer is enough.

    Similar for pedals.

    For all the CTs problems, steer by wire doesnt seem to be one of them.

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