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Tesla Cybercab production begins at Giga Texas using Unboxed assembly process; paid rides start September 4
Tesla completed its first Cybercab using the Unboxed assembly process in February 2026 and began formal production at Giga Texas in April 2026. The Unboxed method parallelizes sub-assembly building, cutting the production line to half its normal length and enabling production speeds 5+ times faster than conventional automotive manufacturing. Paid customer rides began in Austin on September 4, 2026.
- First Cybercab delivered February 2026 from Giga Texas.
- Unboxed process reduces assembly line length by 50%.
- Production speed increases 5+ times versus traditional automotive manufacturing.
- Paid rides available in Austin starting September 4, 2026.