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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

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Tesla's Cybercab agreement ties vehicle operation to a $299 monthly Autonomy Subscription that Tesla can alter or terminate.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Tesla interior with a large touchscreen display and steering controls.

The subscription model raises questions about whether buyers truly own their Cybercab or merely lease access to its core functionality.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Modern electric car interior with a sleek dashboard and touchscreen.

Tesla's contract blocks commercial use of the Cybercab and allows remote control, further limiting owner autonomy.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Tesla Model Y parked outdoors with a red display stand in front.

The Cybercab's $29,990 price tag comes with mandatory ongoing fees that could total thousands over the vehicle's lifetime.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Man driving a Tesla while using the touchscreen GPS navigation.

Drivers accustomed to traditional vehicle ownership may find Tesla's remote-control and suspension rights unsettling.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Close-up of a Tesla Model X dashboard display with advanced technology features.

Tesla's autonomy subscription mirrors software licensing, where access can be revoked at the company's discretion.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Sleek Tesla Model S parked outdoors, showing modern electric vehicle design.

Industry analysts warn that such subscription models could redefine consumer expectations of car ownership.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Tesla car interior with a futuristic steering wheel and advanced touchscreen displays.

The Cybercab's futuristic steering wheel and touchscreen interface are central to its autonomous driving experience.

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In Pictures: Tesla Cybercab requires $299 monthly autonomy subscription or it won't operate at all

Elegant interior of a Tesla Model X in a park setting.

As Tesla pushes subscription-based autonomy, buyers must weigh the convenience against potential loss of control.

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