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You're not dreaming: Tesla Cybertruck is actually available.
What "available" means is up for debate, though. At an event in its Texas Gigafactory, Tesla delivered its first Cybertruck vehicles, and revealed the steely SUV's price and trims (hint: the price is way, way higher than Tesla's original estimate). But some of the trims aren't available yet, and it will take a while until Cybertruck is easy to get, regardless of the trim. Let's dive in.
How much is the Tesla Cybertruck?
First, the ugly. When it was originally unveiled back in Nov. 2019, Tesla said the Cybertruck would cost $39,000. Granted, four weird years have passed since then, but the new, actual price will still bring tears to your eyes.
The Tesla Cybertruck starts at $60,990, and that's for the rear-wheel motor version, which won't even be available until 2025. If you want something that might be available in 2024, you'll have to go for one of the other trims: the all-wheel-drive variant, starting at $79,990, or the Cyberbeast, tri-motor version, which starts at an eye-watering $99,990.
The pricing is now live on Tesla's website, so you can go over there and wistfully look at the numbers yourself. Beware, though: Tesla lists the prices which include "probable savings" first; click on "purchase price" to get the actual price.
What are the Tesla Cybertruck trims?
Here's the breakdown of what, exactly, you get for your money with a Cybertruck. Well, not exactly, because Tesla only lists some of the specs for certain trims. But at least now we know something about them.
Tesla Cybertruck rear-wheel drive
0-60mph in 6.5 seconds
estimated 250 miles of range
top speed of 112mph
7,500 lbs towing capacity
available in 2025
Tesla Cybertruck all-wheel drive
0-60mph in 4.1 seconds
top speed of 112mph
600 horsepower
7,435 lb-ft torque
11,000 lbs. towing capacity
estimated 340 miles of range
delivery in 2024
Tesla Cyberbeast
0-60mph in 2.6 seconds
top speed of 130mph
estimated 320 miles of range
845 horsepower
10,296 lb-ft torque
11,000 lbs. towing capacity
estimated 320 miles of range
Can I order my Cybertruck right now? When will I get it?
Yes, orders have been open for a while, they're fully refundable, and they're $250. But ordering now means quite a long wait; we think that 2024 delivery estimates probably apply only for customers who have pre-ordered early.
Also, you can't configure the car as you can other Teslas. Instead, you pay the pre-order sum of $250 now, and then you'll be invited to do so when your Cybertruck is ready to be configured. Some of the potential extra costs are an unknown at this point, so...be prepared.
Is the Cybertruck faster than a Porsche 911?
It is. In fact, the Cybertruck can tow a Porsche 911 faster than a Porsche 911 can drive itself (on a short stretch of road). Check out the video below.
We don't know the exact trim of the Porsche 911 used in the video, but it's an impressive feat nevertheless.
Are the Cybertruck doors bulletproof?
Yes! Well, sort of. They're bulletproof to caliber .45'' and 9mm, as shown in this test. As Tesla CEO Elon Musk put it, Al Capone could spray bullets from a Tommy gun onto that door and you would survive inside.
But the Cybertruck isn't a truly bulletproof vehicle, like the cars in which heads of states are driven. The windows, while built with tougher than regular glass, aren't bulletproof. They should be alright if you (meekly) throw a baseball at them (as shown during the delivery event).
What's the range of Cybertruck (and what's the deal with the range extender)?
Yes, at a maximum of 340 miles (estimated), the range is slightly disappointing. It's not bad by any means, but given the size of the Cybertruck and its positioning as a vehicle for adventures, we expected a little more. But there is something you can do to help it, at the expense of space. Tesla offers a range extender that's installed into the Cybertruck's bed, giving you an extra 130 (or 100, Tesla itself lists different figures at different places on its site) miles of (estimated) range. It's a separate purchase, though, and we don't know how much it costs.
But can Cybertruck haul? Can it tow?
The listed towing capacity is 11,000 lbs, though only for the all-wheel, and tri-motor variants. The rear-wheel drive variant only has a 7,500 lbs towing capacity. The Cybertruck also has a 2,500 pound payload. The figures are good but not great; for example, the 2023 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 in certain trims, while the maximum payload goes up to 3,235 pounds.
Notably, during the presentation on Thursday, Musk said that while the Cybertruck has "over a ton of payload capability" (one ton is 2,204 lbs), you can "really put more than that in it." We're sure someone will try this out and push the Cybertruck to its actual limits soon.
BONUS: Watch the whole Cybertruck delivery event here
The actual Cybertruck delivery event, a half-hour affair (skip the long intro) in which Musk talks a bit about the car's capabilities, but does not throw a metal ball into the car's window, is available on Twitter/X for your viewing pleasure.
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Elon Musk's unpredictable behavior and controversial actions have raised questions lately about his leadership and judgment. Here are some examples from history that parallel in some ways:
ReplyDeleteHenry Ford - The founder of Ford Motor Company was known for bold innovation early on, pioneering mass production techniques that made cars affordable. But later, his obstinate leadership style and arbitrary decisions damaged the company. He resisted updating car designs, refused to hire qualified executives, and launched an expensive failed project (Fordlândia).
John DeLorean - The automotive engineer achieved fame at GM before launching his own company. The car design with gullwing doors was attention-getting, but DeLorean Motor Company struggled with delays, quality issues, and lack of demand. DeLorean also exhibited unstable behavior and was later charged (but acquitted) in a drug trafficking trial.
Steve Jobs - Apple's visionary leader revolutionized personal computing and built a beloved brand. However, his management tactics of berating employees and resistance to support charity programs showed shortcomings. He was ousted by the board in 1985 before returning over a decade later to huge success.
Howard Hughes - The accomplished businessman and aviator descended into unstable mental health and erratic reclusion later in life, neglecting personal hygiene and letting his companies drift aimlessly. Obsessive-compulsive tendencies worsened, impacting his leadership abilities.
While Musk's talents built Tesla and SpaceX into major innovative forces, his recent actions suggest a risk he could squander his own empires through unchecked, imprudent decisions much like some legendary business figures before him. The boards and stakeholders may play a role in determining if history repeats itself.
That Musk said the Cybertruck would cost $39,000 and have a 500 mile range. It cost almost double that for half the range. GFY Musk.
ReplyDeleteThe market for this will probably be niche, for people in areas like Beverly Hills.
ReplyDeletebetting that comment ages badly
DeleteThe word 'Edsel' comes to mind. We will see how this ages.
DeleteGiven all the carjacking in Washington, I’m sure diplomats will get the bullet-proof version.
ReplyDeleteFor $60k that’s a good deal-security. What other trucks are bulletproof-proof?
Its goofy looking
ReplyDeleteI think it's hysterical that Tesla has introduced a 123kWh, 800V battery that only charges at 250 kW max. Hyundai/Kia have been doing that for years. Tesla's vaunted lead in battery technology...
ReplyDeleteOh, an apparently it''s rated at 2.17 miles/kW. Pathetic. Expect usable freeway range of 180 miles. Way to deliver, Elon!
World’s stupidest vehicle.
ReplyDeleteM
Tesla did not dig its own grave with the Cybertruck, as Musk claims. Musk dug Tesla's grave by forcing a 12 year old boy's cyber fantasy on the company. Once initial demand cools, and the novelty wears off, most other buyers will choose something with less controversial styling
ReplyDeleteWhat novelty? Tesla is still selling 2 million cars a year.
DeleteCybertruck is the novelty. Not their other models. No one will be using the cybertruck as a work truck. Its a pavement princess for someone to go get their starbucks with stevia and oat milk.
DeleteSo not any different than most of the trucks on the road. Most people don't use their truck for work. They buy them for the image. I've watched construction workers park outside construction sites and they rarely haul anything. They use them to commute.
DeleteMost truck owners (50%) do use their trucks for work.
Delete20% use their trucks to haul boats, horse trailers, etc. About 30% rarely use their trucks for honest truck utility.
Most SUVs I see on the road today will never see dirt or off-road use unless they run off of the driveway backing out in the morning on the way to Starbucks.
DeleteWhen tesla's other cars first came out, they were also expensive and "novelty". Look where they are today. Hot cakes! We gotta applaud Elon for frontier lots of first's, even if they have flaws. This Cybertruck is no different. It's faster than a sports car, one of a kind body and design. May or may not be bulletproof. And, have you seen the video of one manuvering in the street? Fast and nimble.
DeleteThere's dozens of carmakers out there. Not a single one makes a unique, eye-popping vehicle. Sad!
What will be funny is when all the other automakers come up with their own fresh designs that strangely resemble the hated cybertruck. I dont care for it due to the lack of using a wind tunnel in its designer. How cars are allowed to go off the lots as bricks against the wind is beyond me.
Delete1.3 Million in 2022.
DeleteHe's talking about the truck, Dude.
DeleteTry to keep up, son.
No, I don't think so there are a lot of Wokers out there that will but it
Deletebecause its ELECTRIC and doesn't use fossil fuels!
What's a "Woker"?
DeleteAfter 3 years only the urban cowboys will want one
DeleteTell me you’re older than 60 without telling me you’re older than 60
DeleteTell me you're a fanboi without telling me you're fanboi.
Deletehttps://giphy.com/gifs/S93ZMVEqrWsXDjBsbu
What is wrong with 12 year old boys? You are one too.
DeleteSorry Elon, didn't mean to hurt your fragile feelings.
DeleteElon can blow his nose on your net worth.
DeleteBrilliant retort. High school debate team?
DeleteNaw, I did win the chance to join the Future Farmers of America team, but I didn't want to sully their name.
DeleteProbably Special Olympics debate team
DeleteWe all wish Elon was just half as smart as you. Can I have your autograph?
DeleteMan, haven't you learned to not say bad things about Musk here. This forum is haunted by his fanboys (Apples too). They will jump on you and tear you to shreds for the slightest negative comment.
DeleteYou sound like a republican.
DeleteI see this and think 2 things:
ReplyDelete1. I need to prepare my TSLA shorts
2. I'm going to save an easy $20k on a more useful, functional and efficient 2024 Tundra.
You're a bit late, TSLA already dropping like a stone; another 2% in futures this morning.
DeleteHaters aside, this price increase just moved the Cybertruck into a completely different world... and I don't think the vehicle will be competitive. Let's be honest - Tesla has always been about a "sparse" esthetic. The Cybertruck has an interior designed for a $40,000 car... that they will try to sell for $100,000. There is NO DIFFERENCE in the cabin between the "low end" $60,000 version and the $100,000. And then the range issue... the primary reason why I was considering one of these vehicles was because they said it would have 500 mile range - which at highway speeds might mean 400 miles. Now they are saying it will have the same range as a Model X - which means it won't be able to tow anything. They also dropped the towing rating from 14,000 lbs to 11,000 lbs. So as far as I'm concerned, they just failed to meet all their performance claims, while increasing the price of the vehicle 50%.
ReplyDeleteCybertruck, formerly known as Edsel.
ReplyDeleteYou're giving the Edsel a bad name.
DeleteI agree, the bollinger suits my styling preference.
DeleteYou can look back on this comment with your grandchildren an see what a fool you were
DeleteSwooning fanboys talk like that.
DeleteLOL. Good one.
DeleteThat's a vehicle just begging to by tagged by graffiti artists.
ReplyDeleteso basically the starting price will be $80,000 when you leave the showroom.
ReplyDeleteJIC u didn't read the article "(Reuters) -Tesla on Thursday published prices for its long-delayed Cybertruck electric pickup, starting at $60,990 for the lowest cost variant"
DeleteAmazing Price
$80K for the least expensive usable trim level. Trucks shouldn't even come in RWD. AWD, always.
DeleteNo, after the ev tax credits its 49,900
DeleteWhat "softening EV demand"? Total USA EV sales in Q3, according to an estimate from Kelley Blue Book, hit 313,086, a 49.8% increase from the same period one year ago and an increase from the 298,039 sold in Q2.
ReplyDeleteTesla continues to grow sales rapidly. There's softening demand for lower quality non-Tesla EVs.
All vehicle manufacturers are having a softening of demand; its the high prices combined with the high interest rates. The new car lots near my place here in North Dallas are over-flowing with vehicles and discounts on pickup trucks are hitting $14,000 on new RAM 4x4's! Similar with Ford and Chevy/GMC.
DeleteThat discount must be a Texas thing. Here in Michigan, dealers are still asking and getting MSRP.
DeleteOr maybe those Michigan dealers are trying to get over MSRP. I bet if you negotiated, its "deal on".
DeleteICE vehicles = freedom
DeleteThe comments attacking people for buying pickups to drive to the grocery store are amusing. You don't need a Lexus, Mercedes or BMW to drive to the grocery store, either. You don't need a Rolex to tell time and you don't need to buy at Nordstrom to keep you from being naked. You don't need the latest Nike tennis shoes to sit on your behind in your recliner. You don't need the latest Smart Phone,
ReplyDeleteWow! What an attractive, manly, tough looking truck....said no one EVER.
ReplyDeleteAs much as I hate to defend Elon: If you add auto inflation since 2019 to the price he quoted back then, 61,000 is about right. So, not much of a price miss.
ReplyDeleteYou are right! Go price a F150 or GM1500 model with comparable options.
DeleteIt is absolutely a price miss. It is also a range miss.
Deleteyea you need to order one yourself. go
DeleteThat's if it stays at $61,000 and doesn't get upped again.
DeleteThis so-called truck is going to be a flash-in-the-pan failure. It's all show and not functional. Ford and GM have no worries.
ReplyDeleteBoth Ford and GM have a lot to worry about. EV or other non gas vehicles (cars, trucks, SUVs and semi-trucks) are the future and both can’t compete with Tesla. Ford losses something like $35k to $60k per EV they sell. Both have publicly stated they are slowing down spending on EV development. As they do this, Tesla and other EV makers continue to move ahead in developing technology as well as making their EVs cheaper to manufacture. On top of all of this, the UAW is not helping the companies out!
DeleteDon’t kid yourself that both Ford and GM don’t have a lot to worry about in their future as a financially viable car company!
The UAW is in FACT the backbone of of the auto industry. The UAW is expanding its unionizing efforts to other vehicle manufacturers. A healthy Middle Class is the Future of America with Democrats in the driver's seat.
DeleteEV is NOT the future. Hybrids and ICEs will be around for decades - FACT. Recent article on an EU country almost entirely EV is not seeing a savings. Why? Switching doesn't pay climate wise if the same or more vehicles are on the road. The answer - Public Transportation, walking, biking, car pooling, etc.. In any event Tesla won't keep up with foreign competition. QAnon/GQP/MAGA indoctrinated Elon is burning his brand just as orangeman. America's future looks bring with the dysfunctional MAGAs sidelined.
Ugh your response is such a dumpster fire I don’t even know where to start. I stopped taking anything you said as being serious with your first statement of “UAW is in FACT the backbone of the auto industry.”. Good luck with your socialist indoctrination!
DeleteYup, me along with 100+ MILLION who won't get scammed and could care less. As for drivel you've shown yours just a typical clown 🤡act Trump loving sheep
DeleteI wish they did, both make poor choices for actual work vehicles anymore.
DeleteTrue. What can you expect when urban cowboys are buying them up? I do see the heavy duties on farms and ranches so they are out there. Might have to look a little harder to find them.
Delete"It's all show and not functional." You have this 100% backwards.
Deletehow do you know its not functional? do you own one? did you design it? go sit down somewhere.
Deletetypical clown🤡 act post from a boi sitting on his head
DeleteAll us Tesla investors wish Elon was just half as smart as you. Can I have your autograph? 🤡
DeleteNah. How do you consider yourself an "investor"🤡? The product is unproven and Elon is burning down his brand quicker than Trump violates a gag order and gets fined.
DeleteYour trucks aren't bullet proof.
ReplyDeleteAnd neither is the Cyber truck.
Deleteyou're correct. what did he say about his cars that were proven to be wrong? Recalls. Fires. Yup, leading to lower prices. The same will happen to this boondoggle so-called truck
DeleteActually the prototypes are to what looks like lvl2.
Delete😂
DeleteYes.
DeleteGuess how many EV's I'm going to buy in my lifetime? 0.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
annnnnd, no one cares.
DeleteEV nut is watching you. watch out
DeleteHow much for the Flux Capacitor option?
ReplyDelete$60, 000 for the lowest model. If you want one that will do what you thought the truck would do, it will cost $80,000 or more. Good thing customers only had to put down $100 for reservations...they'll be happy to kiss that money good bye.
ReplyDeleteMany will happily forget their deposits after reading the latest sticker shock.
DeleteWill go down in history as one of the most unattractive vehicles ever. It looks like they started sketching the design and stopped about 2 minutes in and went with it.
ReplyDeleteJust like the 40,000 dollar price, the 60,000 dollar price is a future guess for the cheapest model. From what I heard on CNBC today, the one and only model being produced today is 99,000. That is the only price that matters, since it is the only one that is factual.
ReplyDelete"50% higher than initial estimate"... sooo, in step with inflation.
ReplyDeleteInflation is part of it, but I bet production cost is the bigger part. It took forever for Tesla to bring this truck out, and only Tesla could afford to do so. The tech and quality have to be there after all the delays.
DeleteIf it was inflation, all other vehicles would be 50% higher, but they are not. Elon has never told the truth about the price of the EVs. He is no different then any other CEO, just telling you what you want to hear, then telling the truth when they have to give the quarterly report.
Deletego ahead and buy couple of them please so you can 't stop whining about it. we do not care
DeleteSo I crossed off "useful" a few weeks ago after seeing someone try to get a bicycle into the bed. Today I will cross off "affordable."
ReplyDeleteExpect some price cuts in 2024.....
ReplyDeletelike 50% price cut
DeleteI like smooth. Nothing smooth about angular.
ReplyDeleteIt's not for you. OTOH, I love this look. Wish I could own one. It would feel sooo cool.
DeleteIn light of the many, many issues that Musk has across the spectrum from "cars", to X and more; I honestly would give 2 cents for anything related to any of his "business" or "personal" ventures.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately a great idea that lost its way and went over priced. I put my $100 down a couple years ago and I think I'm going to take it back and consider Rivian.
ReplyDeleteRivian is also grossly overpriced.
DeleteIt sure is but at least it looks like a functional vehicle.
DeleteLooks like a cross between a F-22 stealth plane and a DeLorean from Back to the Future.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a debris box mated with Samsung refrigerator.
DeleteDon't worry, when fully loaded and it goes dead in a hundred miles, an ICE vehicle can come tow it to a charging station.
ReplyDeleteThanks, will not buy, though I like Elon.
ReplyDeleteFor those mocking the lack of functionality, realize that most Americans buy trucks purely for status. They overpay for them, they take out irresponsible loans for them all so they can look rich and feel popular all so they can have the ability to load the bed once or twice a year. The people that buy this truck likely have no intention of using it for actual ongoing tasks and if there are enough of them to make the truck profitable for Tesla then so be it. I think the truck is a sorry example of the toxic nature of personal vehicles because this truck in no way helps reduce environmental damage. It actually adds to the problem by validating over-priced, over-sized, completely unnecessary vehicles used as daily drivers. Nobody needs a truck of this size or cost. Anyone borrowing money to buy this truck, or any similarly priced version from Ford etc, is a fool.
ReplyDeleteYou are spot on..Not sure why anyone gave a thumbs down..I always laugh at these "truck" buyers.. I drove a actual Truck for a living.. These are pickups fools.. Not Trucks. And to boot, yes you are right. 90% of them purchased never see the offroad or haul anything, or pull anything.. I own a Pickup.. The proper name for it by the way.. I use it as intended.. Most of these Pickup owners would much better just driving a Yugo.. LOL
DeleteOMG - a Yugo LOL I owned one as a secondary beat around town car.
DeleteMy friends made fun of me "Yugo and you don't come back!" (they were right!)