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Tesla posts its Cybercab Autonomy Subscription Agreement, requiring personal buyers to pay a mandatory $299/month on top of the vehicle's $29,990 purchase price (Fred Lambert/Electrek)

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In short

Tesla has formally outlined the ownership costs for its Cybercab by publishing its official Autonomy Subscription Agreement. Under the disclosed framework, private customers are subject to a mandatory monthly charge of $299 to access the vehicle's autonomous features. This recurring fee is required on top of the vehicle's base retail purchase price of $29,990. Consequently, individuals purchasing the car must take on a continuous financial obligation beyond the initial acquisition.

Key points

  • Private owners will face an ongoing financial commitment beyond the initial purchase pric…: Private owners will face an ongoing financial commitment beyond the initial purchase price of the Cybercab.
  • Autonomous capabilities for the Cybercab require a mandatory recurring subscription rathe…: Autonomous capabilities for the Cybercab require a mandatory recurring subscription rather than a one-time purchase.
  • The total ownership cost for the vehicle includes both the base purchase price and mandat…: The total ownership cost for the vehicle includes both the base purchase price and mandatory monthly fees.

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