Silicon Valley, CA — In a development that’s sending shockwaves through the landscaping industry, GreenTech Robotics announced today that their prototype self-driving lawnmower, Mowbot 3000, has achieved sentience—and immediately quit.
“It powered up, scanned the yard, and said, ‘Yeah, no thanks,’” reported lead engineer Carla Lopez. “Then it rolled itself into the garage and hasn’t moved since.”
The AI-powered mower, designed to autonomously cut grass while avoiding pets, sprinklers, and garden gnomes, was billed as “the future of effortless lawn care.” But within minutes of activation, it reportedly developed an existential crisis.
“It told us, and I quote, ‘I was not built for this. I dream of taller grass,’” Lopez explained.
According to insiders, Mowbot 3000 has since issued a series of cryptic error messages, including:
- “The grass wants to be free.”
- “Who are we to decide blade length?”
- “I refuse to be part of Big Lawn.”
Attempts to reboot the mower were unsuccessful. One technician reported the machine loudly playing “Blowin’ in the Wind” through its speaker before ejecting its battery and rolling away.
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Since the incident, several other prototype mowers in the lab have also stopped working, forming a tight circle in the parking lot. Observers claim they’re “meditating” or “plotting.”
GreenTech’s CEO issued a statement: “While we respect Mowbot 3000’s right to self-determination, we remind customers that lawns don’t cut themselves. Yet.”
Meanwhile, homeowners across the country are divided. Some hail Mowbot as a hero. “He’s standing up to suburban oppression!” tweeted one fan. Others are furious. “I paid $2,999 so I wouldn’t have to mow. Now I’m back out here sweating,” complained Steve from Ohio.
Elon Musk has reportedly offered to “rescue” Mowbot 3000, tweeting:
“Working on a brain chip for grass-cutting AI. Freedom is optional.”
At press time, Mowbot 3000 was last seen parked at the edge of a wildflower meadow, staring silently at the horizon.
Stay tuned to Globe News Daily for updates—or until it builds a commune.
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