/ February 18, 2026 This week marked significant progress on two fronts for Tesla’s future mobility plans. The company completed the first production unit of its driverless “Cybercab” in Texas, while simultaneously resolving a contentious regulatory dispute in California over its marketing terminology. These developments highlight both the tangible steps and the persistent challenges in Tesla’s pursuit of autonomous vehicle technology. Regulatory Hurdle Cleared in California Tesla averted a potential 30-day suspension of its dealer and manufacturer licenses in California this week. The conflict stemmed from allegations by the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) that the company’s use of the terms “Autopilot” and “Full Self-Driving” constituted misleading advertising. According to an official notice dated Monday, the DMV had raised these concerns in December 2025. Following a five-day hearing that same year, an administrative judge sided with the regulator, ruling that using “Autopilot” to describe driver-assistance features was deceptive and violated state law. To prevent the license suspension, Tesla agreed to remove the term “Autopilot” from its marketing materials in California. The DMV noted that Tesla had previously adjusted its presentation of “Full Self-Driving” to clarify that active driver supervision remains necessary. First Driverless Vehicle Rolls Off the Line Concurrently, Tesla announced the completion of the first Cybercab production unit at its Gigafactory Texas on Monday, as reported by Electrek. The vehicle, showcased in a social media post from the production line, is built without a steering wheel or pedals, underscoring Tesla’s commitment to a fully autonomous design.