GoKawiilTesla tells first responders to dial two hotlines when handling Cybercab emergencies
Tesla has published emergency-response guidance instructing firefighters to contact two separate company support lines if they need to deal with a Cybataxi accident or need to move the vehicle. Because the Cybercab has no steering wheel or pedals, responders must first call support to gain control before accessing virtual onboard controls via the car's touchscreen. Tesla has added a QR code to the windshield's lower left corner as a reference guide for these procedures.
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Requiring emergency crews to navigate a two-call process and touchscreen controls during a crisis could slow response times in situations where speed is critical, according to concerns raised by firefighters about robotaxis generally. The reliance on QR codes and remote support suggests Tesla is trying to bridge a gap between its steering-wheel-free design and real-world emergency protocols, but it places significant procedural burden on responders who must learn vehicle-specific details in advance.
- Firefighters may need to call two separate Tesla hotlines during a Cybercab accident or emergency.
- Moving a Cybercab requires first calling support to unlock virtual touchscreen controls, since it lacks a steering wheel or pedals.
- Tesla has added a QR code to the windshield to help responders access emergency procedures on-site.
Source: futurism.com — Frank Landymore, 2026-09-22
Published there as: “Tesla Instructs Firefighters to Call Two Separate Support Hotlines in the Event of a Robotaxi Accident”
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