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Most people don't understand how deep this decision goes. Deleting the steering wheel saved a lot more than a steering wheel. The column goes with it. The airbag behind it, the wiring harness, the pedal assembly and its brake linkage. Then it cascades. With no cockpit, the cabin can be two seats instead of a five-seat layout with a dashboard aimed at a driver. Smaller body, less glass, smaller crash structure, less weight. Less weight and no mirrors means less drag, and less drag means the car…
alsahuquillo@alsahuquilloSep 7
“No,” Musk said. “No. NO.” There was a long pause. “No mirrors, no pedals, no steering wheel. This is me taking responsibility for this decision.”... “Let me be clear," he said slowly. “This vehicle must be designed as a clean Robotaxi. We’re going to take that risk. It’s my fault if it fucks up. ...” @elonmusk , 2022 — from @WalterIsaacson biography. Four years later, that bet looks like it paid off.