Tesla Cybertruck deliveries began with a big event on Thursday. The company only delivered a few pickups, so they won’t be seen everywhere just yet. Due to the lack of a press department at Tesla, only a few publications have had the chance to test drive the Cybertruck. However, those who did seemed to be impressed. Let’s see what they think of the Cybertruck.
“It’s exterior is actually the least outrageous part of Tesla’s new creation.”
Jason Cammisa’s in-depth review delves into the features of the Cybertruck. He explains that the truck is more than just a lifted Model S with a metal body. The review covers the battery technology, steer-by-wire system, and the update to a full 48-volt architecture. Cammisa also highlights its impressive speed, agility, and safety features. He is particularly impressed with how it drives and handles, despite the unconventional steer-by-wire system. Additionally, the steel construction makes it extremely rigid and safe in the event of a crash.
“The Cybertruck is a rolling sci-fi film prop from the dark recesses of Elon’s brain that makes little sense but takes edgy and wedgie to a whole new level.”
Top Gear features an interview with Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen and Vice President of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy. They discuss the Cybertruck’s development process, including its inspiration from the Spy Who Loved Me submarine Lotus Esprits. While the truck can stop subsonic bullets, Moravy refrains from claiming it’s fully bulletproof. The review emphasizes the truck’s stiffness and impressive acceleration for its weight.
“There are some surprising things about it; some features that are really cool; things I think truck people are really going to like, but also some concerns I have, some surprises.”
Marques Brownlee, who drove a pre-production Tesla Cybertruck before its debut, highlights some concerns with the vehicle, such as large or uneven panel gaps and the practicality of handle-less doors in icy conditions. Despite the concerns, he acknowledges the truck’s cool features that truck enthusiasts are likely to appreciate.