Electric trucks are not a market with many players currently; however, Tesla is working on its own electric pickup truck, the Cybertruck. Tesla is known for making electric vehicles with long driving ranges and outstanding performance.
Despite not being released yet, the Cybertruck commands lots of attention as more than one million pre-orders have been made, according to unofficial estimates.
One of the most striking things about the Cybertruck is its appearance, which looks like it will fit perfectly in a sci-fi flick set in 2050 Mars. The CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk, claims he chose the design to make the Cybertruck stand out in a sea of similarly-looking trucks.
Another interesting feature of the Cybertruck is the stainless steel unibody. The material is the same as Tesla’s sister company, SpaceX, is using to build its spacecraft. Apart from the stainless steel preventing rust and dents, Tesla worked on it to protect the riders inside the truck.
Speaking of the interior, the truck has room for six adults, thanks to the wider-than-normal width. There is a 17-inch touchscreen center console from where the driver can access controls. It also has ample room for storage under the backseat, in the truck bed outside, and most likely in the front trunk where the engine would have been.
The Cybertruck will come in three configurations, the single, dual, and tri electric motor. As a company obsessed with high performance, Tesla promises the Cybertruck will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph under 2.9 seconds, something that is unheard of for pickup trucks. The highest trim will tow up to 14,000 pound loads behind it.
Continuing Tesla’s tradition of offering long ranges, the Cybertruck will cover up to 500 miles on a single charge. Thanks to its bi-directional charging ability, you will be able to tap from the truck’s battery to operate power tools or provide power in remote locations like camping grounds.
Pricing of the Cybertruck starts at $39,900, and you can place an order on Tesla’s website with a refundable fee of $100. Production of the pickup truck was slated for late 2021, but it appears that it has been moved to 2023 as the company tries to get the facility where it will be produced ready and secure a steady supply of batteries.
Other companies working on pickup trucks are Rivian with its R1T, Ford with its F-150 Lightning, GM’s Silverado EV, etc.
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