Tesla has introduced a new production method called Unboxed, which the company claims could significantly boost its manufacturing capacity. This technique involves assembling major sections of a vehicle—such as the front and rear parts and the battery compartment—on separate production lines in parallel. These components are then combined at the end of the process. This method shortens the overall assembly line by about half compared to traditional methods, allowing Tesla to increase production without needing to expand its factories or raise costs. The Cybercab, a two-seat autonomous vehicle designed for robotaxi services and lacking a steering wheel or pedals, began production in February 2026. Tesla aims to manufacture around two million Cybercabs annually once all its plants are fully operational, which would equate to one vehicle every ten seconds. However, as of early September, only about 45 Cybercabs had been approved for commercial use, with service currently limited to Austin, Texas. Elon Musk has acknowledged that the initial production phase will be slow, following an "S-curve" pattern where output gradually increases over time, especially when dealing with a large number of new parts and assembly steps. Tesla plans to price the Cybercab under $30,000, potentially making it the most affordable autonomous vehicle available. However, no official retail price has been set yet, as the vehicle is initially intended for use in Tesla’s own robotaxi fleet rather than direct consumer sales. While Tesla’s approach to autonomous vehicles is innovative, it is not unique. For example, Volkswagen has also begun road testing its autonomous Gen.Urban taxi, which is already being tested in Wolfsburg, Germany. This indicates that multiple automakers are exploring the potential of self-driving taxis for the future of transportation.