Business Plan / 2026
CyberHawk Cab Company logo

CyberHawk
Cab Company

A 30-vehicle autonomous fleet serving the local market exclusively with Tesla Cybercabs. Turning a depreciating consumer product into productive capital.

Founded by Larry Velez — Target Launch: 2027

30
Cybercabs
$900K
Fleet Investment
$780K+
Annual Revenue Est.
24/7
Autonomous Service
01 / Executive Summary

The Opportunity

CyberHawk Cab Company will operate a fleet of 30 Tesla Cybercabs as a local autonomous ride-hailing service. When Elon Musk confirmed the Cybercab would be priced at $30,000 or less before 2027, he wasn't just announcing a vehicle — he was announcing a new asset class.

For the first time in history, an individual or small business can buy a fully autonomous vehicle and deploy it into a revenue-generating network — turning what was traditionally a depreciating consumer product into a cash-flowing machine. CyberHawk aims to be among the first to capitalize on this structural shift.

The question is no longer "How much does the car cost?" — the real question is: "If you buy one, how much could it earn?"

02 / Financial Models

Revenue Projections

Per-vehicle economics based on CernBasher's analysis, scaled to a 30-unit fleet. Three models account for different operating conditions.

Base Assumptions

Parameter Value
Vehicle Cost$30,000
Fleet Size30 vehicles
Total Fleet Investment$900,000
FSD Subscription$199/month per vehicle
Tesla Revenue Share35%
Vehicle & Battery Life600,000 miles
Target Utilization30% – 65%
Base Fare$1.00
Fare per Mile$1.00 – $2.00
Charging Cost$0.16 – $0.35/kWh

Per-Vehicle Annual Projections

Metric Model 1
Conservative		 Model 2
Urban		 Model 3
Premium
Fare/Mile $1.00 $1.50 $2.00
Avg Speed 25 MPH 15 MPH 15 MPH
Avg Trip Length 5 mi 3 mi 3 mi
Gross Profit (30% util.) $14,000 $12,000 $20,000
Gross Profit (65% util.) $40,000+ $38,000+ $55,000+
After-Tax Profit (30% util.) $8,000 $8,500 $14,000
After-Tax Profit (65% util.) $26,000 $26,500 $39,000

30-Vehicle Fleet Projections (Annual)

Metric Conservative
30% util / $1 mi		 Mid-Range
50% util / $1.50 mi		 Optimistic
65% util / $2 mi
Fleet Gross Revenue $960,000 $1,575,000 $2,100,000
Revenue After Tesla's 35% $624,000 $1,024,000 $1,365,000
Fleet Gross Profit $420,000 $780,000 $1,650,000
Fleet After-Tax Profit $240,000 $546,000 $1,170,000
Monthly FSD Cost (fleet) $5,970 $5,970 $5,970
Payback Period (est.) ~3.7 years ~1.6 years ~0.8 years

* Revenue projections exclude advertising, curated experiences, entertainment, delivery, and distributed inference revenue streams.

03 / Rollout Strategy

Phased Deployment

Phase 1 — Foundation (Q1–Q2 2027)

5 Vehicles — Proof of Concept

Begin with 5 Cybercabs to validate the operating model, establish charging infrastructure partnerships, secure local permits and insurance, and build initial brand awareness. Focus on high-demand corridors and peak hours to maximize early utilization rates.

Investment: $150,000
Target Util: 30–40%
Focus: Operations & learning
Revenue Est: $5,800–$11,600/mo
Phase 2 — Expansion (Q3–Q4 2027)

15 Vehicles — Market Penetration

Triple the fleet based on Phase 1 learnings. Expand service area, optimize routing algorithms through Tesla's network data, introduce scheduled rides, and establish commercial partnerships with local businesses, hotels, and event venues.

Investment: $450,000 cumulative
Target Util: 40–50%
Focus: Growth & optimization
Revenue Est: $26,000–$43,750/mo
Phase 3 — Full Fleet (2028)

30 Vehicles — Scale Operations

Deploy the full 30-vehicle fleet. Establish dedicated charging depots, hire a small operations team for fleet management and vehicle maintenance coordination, and explore additional revenue streams including advertising and curated ride experiences.

Investment: $900,000 cumulative
Target Util: 50–65%
Focus: Profitability & brand
Revenue Est: $52,000–$113,750/mo
04 / Strategic Thesis

Why CyberHawk

Capital, Not Labor

For 100+ years, transportation businesses required selling human labor. CyberHawk buys machines that work thousands of hours per year and earn while the owner sleeps. A structural shift from wage income to capital income.

$30K Entry Point

Unlike $500K for rental real estate or $1M for a franchise, each Cybercab unit is a $30K productive asset. This is the first scalable capital investment accessible to middle-class operators.

Compounding Returns

Revenue from early vehicles funds the purchase of additional units. One vehicle becomes two, two becomes five, five becomes a fleet. Returns compound as the fleet grows.

ROI, Not Depreciation

Cars have historically been depreciating liabilities. The Cybercab flips this: a vehicle that generates revenue becomes infrastructure and a cash-flowing asset. The question becomes "What's the ROI?" not "Can I afford it?"

05 / Unit Economics

Per-Mile Breakdown

$0.57 Rev / Mile

Revenue per mile after Tesla's network share

$0.28 Cost / Mile

Average operating cost per mile (charging, insurance, maintenance)

$0.29 Profit / Mile

Gross profit per mile before taxes

Expense Categories (Per Vehicle / Annual)

Expense Monthly Annual
FSD Subscription$199$2,388
Vehicle Financing (est.)$550$6,600
Charging$180–$400$2,160–$4,800
Insurance$250$3,000
Maintenance & Tires$100$1,200
Cleaning & Detailing$150$1,800
EV Taxes & Registration$40$480
Total Per Vehicle ~$1,469–$1,689 ~$17,628–$20,268
06 / Growth Vectors

Revenue Streams Not Yet Modeled

The financial projections above only include trip revenue. These additional streams represent significant upside potential:

In-Vehicle Advertising

Display-based ads on interior screens during rides. Local business partnerships for sponsored route suggestions and promotions.

Curated Experiences

Premium ride tiers with entertainment, ambient lighting, music, and themed experiences. Tourist routes and city tours on autopilot.

Delivery Services

Off-peak autonomous delivery for local businesses, restaurants, and e-commerce. Maximizes utilization during low-demand ride hours.

Distributed Inference

Leveraging onboard compute power for AI inference tasks during idle periods. A speculative but potentially transformative revenue layer.

Source / Research

Financial models adapted from analysis by @CernBasher (Co-Founder & CIO, Brilliant Advice). Original article: "If you Purchase a Cybercab how Much Money can you Make?" — Published February 18, 2026.

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