The Robovan has a retro-futuristic look – somewhere between a bus from The Jetsons and a toaster from the 1950s. It features silver metallic sides with black details, and strips of light running parallel to the ground along its sides, with doors that slide out from the middle. Inside, there are seats and room to stand, with tinted windows throughout. There is no steering wheel, since it’s autonomous.
Its primary use cases include passenger transport, such as airport shuttles, or cargo transport in an alternate configuration.
Musk emphasized its efficiency, suggesting that the Robovan could lower transportation costs to as little as 5-10 cents per mile, making it highly economical for urban and shuttle routes.
However, no specific production timeline was provided for the Robovan, and while the concept seems promising, some skepticism remains regarding its eventual rollout, similar to other Tesla projects that have faced delays.
