Tesla Cybertruck

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FeuerFrei

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How many movies/shows will flog this faux assault truck ... I wonder. Looks like a prop.
 

killster1

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obviously they saved a boatload on R&D on the design. they just used the cheapest fenders with no fabrication needed its not so bad, kinda looks like madmax of course i would rather have a smooth design but it doesnt matter im not buying one anytime soon. (tho the 500 mile limit is exactly what i was waiting for)
 
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thilanliyan

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Unbelievably fugly. Up until this point, an important part of Tesla's success has been that they sell arguably the best looking cars out there.
Really? I don't find any of their cars attractive, least of all the Model X. For example to me an Audi A4 looks better than a Model 3.
 

Commodus

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Really? I don't find any of their cars attractive, least of all the Model X. For example to me an Audi A4 looks better than a Model 3.

The Model S and Model 3 look dandy to me, if fairly safe. The Model X? Well, I think you can make it look interesting with the larger wheels and right color scheme, but I'll agree it looks more like spruced-up minivan than something exciting.

Say what you will about the looks of the Cybertruck, but it's attention-getting. To me, something like a Pontiac Aztek is far uglier because it's unpleasant in a bland, corporate sort of way.
 

ponyo

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Really? I don't find any of their cars attractive, least of all the Model X. For example to me an Audi A4 looks better than a Model 3.
To me, Model S is one of the most beautiful sedans ever made. I absolutely love the look of the current Model S. And the pictures I’ve seen of the new Roadster is gorgeous as well.

and I think the Cybertruck is beautiful because it’s so different.
 

thilanliyan

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To me, Model S is one of the most beautiful sedans ever made. I absolutely love the look of the current Model S. And the pictures I’ve seen of the new Roadster is gorgeous as well.

and I think the Cybertruck is beautiful because it’s so different.
Not sure why, I just have peculiar taste lol...for example I think the current Mercedes C-class is hideous, but the previous gen to be good looking
 

Kaido

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To me, Model S is one of the most beautiful sedans ever made. I absolutely love the look of the current Model S. And the pictures I’ve seen of the new Roadster is gorgeous as well.

and I think the Cybertruck is beautiful because it’s so different.

Yeah the nose design really helped the overall aesthetic:



There's a guy in my town who has a brand-new white one...the pictures don't do it justice. I'm not usually a fan of white cars, but the 2019 S pulls it off:

 

zinfamous

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To me, Model S is one of the most beautiful sedans ever made. I absolutely love the look of the current Model S. And the pictures I’ve seen of the new Roadster is gorgeous as well.

and I think the Cybertruck is beautiful because it’s so different.

I've never thought Teslas look uniquely great in any way, but they look good. Better than Toyota's boring crap, for sure. I think Mazda beats them in design, and I definitely think Audi and BMW are lightyears ahead--the S3 is a thing of real beauty.

...but obviously, these cars have different "needs," much to their benefit, imo.

I certainly agree with Cybertruck, though--if it comes out anything like what was shown. (I still have serious doubts--the pocket-change reserve cost is not confidence-inspiring.) It's a winner because it appears so very ugly right now. We need cars like this to push design into something completely different for once, but I do have general doubts that this design is even possible in a road-legal car that has any interest in safety and stability. I mean...that pointed roof, I tend to think that thing will just rattle itself to whole vehicle collapse on most of the roads out there.
 

ponyo

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I would like the back window to open or roll completely down as that can be useful when hauling long objects. 4x8 plywood sheets are no big deal with 6.5 ft bed since you can let 1.5 ft hang over the top of the tailgate. But if you're hauling something like 16 ft long piece of lumber, you can't let 10 ft hang over the tailgate. Open back window allows you to carry 16 ft long items even with 6.5 ft truck bed by sticking portion of the item inside. I do that all the time with my Tundra truck which only has 6 ft long truck bed.

I changed my truck order to Tri-Motor. I think 500 mile range is going to come in handy, and I can wait since I already have a truck, SUV, and minivan.
 
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herm0016

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Tesla Cybertruck To Fit Full 4x8 Plywood Sheet With Tailgate Stop:


just like every other truck with a 6.5 foot bed? a flip up stop to make people think they don't have to properly tie down a load? they talk about it like nobody else can carry a sheet of plywood! ( also a feature of some other newer trucks)
 

IronWing

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ultimatebob

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It's a $100 refundable deposit -- not remotely a legitimately reliable number.

It's fully refundable? Damn... I should have put myself on the waiting list early on. That way, I could get one quickly if I happened to win the lottery between now and then and felt like blowing my cash on something nutty.

Who knows, that early reservation might have even been worth something if the final product somehow turns out decent.
 

Greenman

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I would like the back window to open or roll completely down as that can be useful when hauling long objects. 4x8 plywood sheets are no big deal with 6.5 ft bed since you can let 1.5 ft hang over the top of the tailgate. But if you're hauling something like 16 ft long piece of lumber, you can't let 10 ft hang over the tailgate. Open back window allows you to carry 16 ft long items even with 6.5 ft truck bed by sticking portion of the item inside. I do that all the time with my Tundra truck which only has 6 ft long truck bed.

I changed my truck order to Tri-Motor. I think 500 mile range is going to come in handy, and I can wait since I already have a truck, SUV, and minivan.
If you're hauling 16' material, you should be doing it with a truck that's properly equipped for it. Lumber racks and proper tie downs are a must. $600 will get you racks with dropped sides so you can load with a forklift. Another hundred bucks will add bolt on strap tie downs, and you're good to go.
 

ponyo

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If you're hauling 16' material, you should be doing it with a truck that's properly equipped for it. Lumber racks and proper tie downs are a must. $600 will get you racks with dropped sides so you can load with a forklift. Another hundred bucks will add bolt on strap tie downs, and you're good to go.
We have that on all our work trucks and trailers. But on my personal truck, I can make do with couple strap tie down and open back window. Most of the materials are delivered directly to the job sites so I'm only picking up occasional odds and end pieces if we run short on something or forgot to include it in the delivery.
 

Kaido

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Nice video from Adam Savage’s Tested...didn't know there was a VR experience too!

 

K1052

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I've talked to three random people this week who have preorders and like it. I'm becoming really convinced this is going to be a thing.
 

Kaido

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I've talked to three random people this week who have preorders and like it. I'm becoming really convinced this is going to be a thing.

I went through 3 phases with the Cybertruck:

1. WOW that thing is ugly!
2. But uh...the specs are...pretty dang good for the price...and it's kinda cool...in an ugly, lovable, adorkable way
3. I need it...give it to me now!

I pretty much had the same reaction Simone did at 6:40 into this video of the live unveiling:


My wife has already stated that she's stealing my Cybertruck, haha. We're at a place in our lives where we need a minivan, but we are VERY anti-minivan...and this puppy has 6 seats, plus a metal protective cover for the massive "trunk", which makes it pretty family-friendly for hauling strollers, sports gear, etc.!

I think we may still go with a Model Y & then do the Cybertruck later. The battery tech & longevity design on the Model 3 is already pretty good:


Model 3 drive unit & body is designed like a commercial truck for a million mile life. Current battery modules should last 300k to 500k miles (1500 cycles). Replacing modules (not pack) will only cost $5k to $7k.

I'm hoping that both the Model Y & the Cybertruck have the million-mile battery design. Because, I mean:

1. Self-driving (plenty of future updates to be had)
2. Truck with protected bed
3. Seats 6 people
4. Stainless-steel panels & basically bulletproof design
5. Million-mile battery life
6. Off-road capable (AWD with 16" ground clearance & adjustable suspension) for snow etc.
7. Camper mode
8. 500-mile battery range

Yeah, it looks like they stole it out of a Playstation 1 low-polygon game, but there are some interesting numbers coming out:

Tesla Cybertruck is almost $20,000 cheaper than Ford F-150 over 5 years

Would make a great tax write-off as a business vehicle, haha!
 
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ponyo

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Nice video from Adam Savage’s Tested...didn't know there was a VR experience too!

Interesting. They said the truck doesn't have back window but the Tesla picture rendering shows back window on the truck. Do they mean you can't see out of back window when the tonneau cover is up?

I've talked to three random people this week who have preorders and like it. I'm becoming really convinced this is going to be a thing.
This is going to be iconic vehicle. With the magic tonneau cover, it's like truck and SUV all rolled into one. Once this hits the street and people see it in person and take a ride in it, it's going to be game over for everyone else.

I went through 3 phases with the Cybertruck:

1. WOW that thing is ugly!
2. But uh...the specs are...pretty dang good for the price...and it's kinda cool...in an ugly, lovable, adorkable way
3. I need it...give it to me now!

I pretty much had the same reaction Simone did at 6:40 into this video of the live unveiling:


My wife has already stated that she's stealing my Cybertruck, haha. We're at a place in our lives where we need a minivan, but we are VERY anti-minivan...and this puppy has 6 seats, plus a metal protective cover for the massive "trunk", which makes it pretty family-friendly for hauling strollers, sports gear, etc.!

I think we may still go with a Model Y & then do the Cybertruck later. The battery tech & longevity design on the Model 3 is already pretty good:




I'm hoping that both the Model Y & the Cybertruck have the million-mile battery design. Because, I mean:

1. Self-driving (plenty of future updates to be had)
2. Truck with protected bed
3. Seats 6 people
4. Stainless-steel panels & basically bulletproof design
5. Million-mile battery life
6. Off-road capable (AWD with 16" ground clearance & adjustable suspension) for snow etc.
7. Camper mode
8. 500-mile battery range

Yeah, it looks like they stole it out of a Playstation 1 low-polygon game, but there are some interesting numbers coming out:

Tesla Cybertruck is almost $20,000 cheaper than Ford F-150 over 5 years

Would make a great tax write-off as a business vehicle, haha!
Cybertruck has functionality of SUV with the roomy passenger interior and magic tonneau cover and utility of a truck. And with its massive 35 inch tires, 16" ground clearance & adjustable suspension, and AWD this truck should be able to go anywhere and take any beating. I loved this truck when I first saw it and thought it was awesome and the more I learn about it, the more I'm confident this truck is going to completely dominate. And the dumb analysts still don't get it and think this truck won't amount to much.

Before Cybertruck, I wanted 200 series Toyota Land Cruiser / Lexus LX 570. That was the only remaining ICE vehicle I wanted. Now after Cybertruck, I no longer want 200 series Land Cruiser. I think the Cybertruck is better vehicle in every way. So Cybertruck has killed off any interest I had in ICE vehicle. And until some company comes out with better vehicle than Tesla, all my future vehicle purchase will be Tesla.

I'm hoping by the time Cybertruck tri-motor is released, Telsa will have solved most of the FSD. I'm pretty confident I will be getting free Cybertruck tri-motor thanks to my Tesla stock holding.
 
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