Apparent camouflaged Tesla Robotaxi prototype sighted at Warner Bros. Burbank

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The first image of a heavily camouflaged Tesla Robotaxi “Cybercab” prototype may have just been shared online. The vehicle, which was photographed close to a Tesla Model Y, appeared to be a two-seater that is notably smaller than the best-selling all-electric crossover. 

Recent reports have suggested that Tesla would be unveiling its highly anticipated Robotaxi “Cybercab” at the Warner Brothers Studio in Burbank, California. While the electric vehicle maker did not confirm if this was indeed the venue for its Robotaxi unveiling, noted Tesla hacker @greentheonly has observed that the company seems to be performing some extensive data collection activities in the area.

A heavily camouflaged vehicle that Tesla is reportedly testing at Warner Bros. Burbank. (Credit: u/boopitysmopp/Reddit)

The Tesla hacker’s observations were seemingly confirmed by r/TeslaMotors subreddit member u/dent3dwheel, who noted that for the last week, Tesla has been driving a fleet of test vehicles around the Warner Brothers Studio. These comments were reiterated by another member of the subreddit, u/boopitysmopp, who noted that he works in the area and he has been watching the Tesla fleet’s activities when he leaves at night. 

Interestingly enough, the r/TeslaMotors subreddit member also claimed that Tesla seemed to be testing a small vehicle that was heavily disguised. The Tesla fan shared a photo of the mysterious car, which was covered in bright yellow wrap and what appeared to be dummy body panels. Eagle-eyed Tesla fans, however, observed that the vehicle actually looks quite similar to the Robotaxi concept image teased in Walter Isaacson’s Elon Musk biography. 

An alleged Tesla Robotaxi early mockup. (Credit: Walter Isaacson)

The Robotaxi image shared in Isaacson’s book showed a small two-seater vehicle with enough space for cargo at the rear. As noted by Tesla community members in social media, these characteristics seem to be present in the recently leaked image of the apparent Robotaxi prototype. The vehicle does have two doors, and its cabin seems perfect for two adults. The vehicle also seems to be equipped with larger wheels at the rear, and as per the r/TeslaMotors subreddit member, its tail lights are reportedly similar to the Cybertruck. 

While Tesla has been keeping details of the Robotaxi tightly under wraps, the company has confirmed in its Q2 2024 Update Letter that the vehicle would be produced using its “unboxed” process. The electric vehicle maker also confirmed that the Robotaxi would be produced at Giga Texas. Preparations are evidently underway for the event, with Tesla even announcing that TSLA retail shareholders can win a chance to attend the Robotaxi unveiling.

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Tesla eliminates 80% of its in-house Cybertruck wrap options

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Tesla has eliminated 80 percent of its in-house Cybertruck wrap options, effectively showing the company did not have enough interest to continue offering the service in such an expanded way.

The Tesla Cybertruck comes in one “color,” stainless steel. To give owners some form of personalization, it started offering wraps in very select markets, including Texas and California.

The wrap service has been completely eliminated in Texas, and has wound down to just three color options from its previous eleven in California, according to DriveTesla.

New Cybertruck wrap colors are now available at the Tesla Shop

Tesla initially offered Matte Black and Satin White, before expanding to five total wrap options. This then expanded to eleven.

Now, Tesla’s website is only showing three available colors: Satin Rose gold, Satin Stealth Black, and Satin Ceramic White. Rose Gold costs $6,500, while the Black and White options are $6,000.

Tesla did not detail why it chose to eliminate so many of the color options, but it might be because it simply was not popular enough. Many Cybertruck owners have gone with super unique wraps for their vehicles, and Tesla likely kept these three colors because they were the most popular.

Wraps are a great option for those who want personalization or simply want to protect their Cybertruck’s exoskeleton from being damaged.

The Cybertruck is also not a great vehicle for hiding fingerprints, which show up very easily. To remove these and keep the Cybertruck looking clean without a wrap, there is no fix other than a rag and some cleaner; many use glass cleaner.

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New Tesla Model Y camouflaged units spotted at Palo Alto

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Tesla may be staying quiet about any news regarding any upcoming updates to the Model Y, but it does seem like the company is hard at work testing some unique units of the all-electric crossover on public roads. This could be hinted at by the increasing number of camouflaged Model Y sightings across the United States. 

Just recently, for example, a Tesla Model Y with its entire rear camouflaged has been photographed in Palo Alto, California. The coverings of the vehicle were similar to those that were reported in a covered Model Y unit in the Bay Area last month. While Tesla has not explained the presence of the apparent Model Y test vehicles, it does appear that the EV maker is testing a variant of the all-electric crossover with a front and rear that must remain hidden for now. 

The presence of camouflage in the mysterious Model Y units has triggered speculations suggesting that they are early prototypes of the all-electric crossover’s highly-anticipated “Juniper” update. Tesla has been very quiet about the Model Y’s alleged “Juniper” update, though expectations are high that it would implement most of the upgrades that were rolled out to the reengineered Model 3 into the Model Y. 

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are siblings, and they share a lot of parts. Thus, when Tesla rolled out the Model 3’s “Highland” update–which the company later dubbed on its official website as the reengineered Model 3–electric vehicle enthusiasts expected that it would only be a matter of time before the Model Y received similar updates to its exterior and interior. 

In March 2023, Reuters claimed that the Model Y was being upgraded in an initiative reportedly called “Project Juniper.” Elon Musk has been pretty dismissive of these reports, however, stating on social media platform X that there is no “refresh” coming to the all-electric crossover this year. Despite Musk’s comments, sightings of camouflaged Model Y units testing on public roads have suggested that a new version of the vehicle may indeed be in development. 

This was highlighted in a supposed Model Y “Juniper” leak in late July, which included two spy shots of the alleged upcoming all-electric crossover, one featuring a part of its interior and another featuring a section of its rear. Based on the leaked images, it appeared that the vehicle’s interior will be similar to the reengineered Model 3, and its rear will feature a red light bar with the word “TESLA” on it. 

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