The wait is finally over. Tesla has announced that the first batch of Cybertruck deliveries will start on Thursday, marking a milestone for the company and the electric vehicle industry. Elon Musk tweeted on X confirming the delivery scheduled for Thursday.
The Cybertruck, which was unveiled in November 2019, is a futuristic pickup truck that features a stainless-steel exoskeleton, a bulletproof glass windshield, and a tri-motor powertrain that can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. But what are the Cybertruck’s specs? Here are some of the key features and numbers that make this vehicle stand out:
Range: The Cybertruck offers three battery options, with estimated ranges of 250+, 300+, and 500+ miles respectively.
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Towing: The Cybertruck can tow up to 14,000 pounds with the tri-motor variant, 10,000 pounds with the dual-motor variant, and 7,500 pounds with the single-motor variant.
Payload: The Cybertruck can carry up to 3,500 pounds of cargo in its 6.5-foot-long bed, which also has a built-in ramp and a tonneau cover.
Performance: The Cybertruck can reach a top speed of over 130 mph and has an adjustable air suspension that can raise or lower the vehicle by 4 inches.
Price: The Cybertruck starts at $39,900 for the single-motor version and goes up to $69,900 for the tri-motor version. Customers can also opt for a self-driving package that costs an additional $10,000.
But what is the self-driving package? This is an optional feature that enables the Cybertruck to drive itself on highways and city streets, using Tesla’s advanced Autopilot system. The self-driving package also includes access to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, which is expected to enable more autonomous capabilities in the future, such as navigating complex intersections, recognizing traffic lights and signs, and parking itself.
The self-driving package is not yet fully functional and requires the driver to monitor the vehicle and be ready to take over at any time. However, Tesla claims that the self-driving package will increase in value over time as more features are added.
Tesla has received over one million pre-orders for the Cybertruck, which will be manufactured at its Gigafactory Texas. According to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, the initial production will be limited to the tri-motor variant, followed by the dual-motor variant in late 2022 and the single-motor variant in late 2023.
The Cybertruck is expected to face stiff competition from other electric pickup trucks that are entering the market, such as the Ford F-150 Lightning, the Rivian R1T, and the GMC Hummer EV. However, Tesla has a loyal fan base and a reputation for innovation that could give it an edge over its rivals. The Cybertruck also offers a unique design and features that appeal to customers who are looking for something different and futuristic.
Tesla fans who have pre-ordered the Cybertruck are eagerly awaiting their delivery notifications, while others who are curious about the vehicle can visit Tesla’s website or showrooms to learn more about it. The Cybertruck is set to revolutionize the pickup truck segment and usher in a new era of electric mobility. Thursday can’t come soon enough.