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Episode 572: Tesla Planning New Wheelchair-Accessible Autonomous Vehicle? (REGULAR VERSION WITH ADS)

Jul 19, 2026 · 1h 36m

Summary

Host Ryan McCaffrey discusses Tesla’s development of a new wheelchair-accessible autonomous vehicle and confirms that Cybercabs are now giving rides to employees without manual controls. The episode also covers a Model S Signature resale controversy, a headlight recall for certain Model 3 and Y vehicles, and Lucid’s denial of bankruptcy rumors following a significant stock drop.

Topics discussed

Intro, Patreon poll on Tesla roof types Listener wins free Tesla giveaway Signature Series Model S resale and flipping Patreon perks and Roadster feature wishlist Tesla's accessible autonomous vehicle for paratransit CyberCab employee testing and FSD readiness Tesla opens 150th Supercharger site in Japan X Care insurance promo and benefits NHTSA mandates headlight recall for Model 3/Y Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors and restructuring Listener Q&A: Cybertruck tires and FSD parking Listener Q&A: FSD speed limits and alignment Service story: Model 3 alignment and loaner experience Entertainment rec and Tesla pro tip Sponsors, Patreon thanks, and sign-off
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