After more than two years of anticipation, Tesla has finally completed its first Cybertruck, the electric pickup truck that aims to revolutionize the automotive industry. The company's CEO, Elon Musk, announced the milestone on Twitter, sharing a photo of the futuristic vehicle outside the Gigafactory in Texas. However, he also said that the truck would need some "tweaks" before it enters mass production, which is expected to begin in early 2024.
The Cybertruck is one of Tesla's most ambitious and risky projects to date, as it challenges the dominance of traditional automakers like Ford and GM in the lucrative and competitive pickup truck market. The Cybertruck claims to offer superior performance, durability, and efficiency than its rivals, with features such as:
- A range of up to 500 miles on a single charge
- A towing capacity of up to 14,000 pounds
- A payload capacity of up to 3,500 pounds
- A starting price of $39,900 (although this is likely to increase due to inflation and other factors)
The Tesla Cybertruck also boasts a distinctive design that sets it apart from any other vehicle on the road. The truck has a stainless steel body that is resistant to dents and corrosion, a triangular shape that reduces drag and improves aerodynamics, and a glass roof that provides a spacious and panoramic view. The truck also has a retractable tonneau cover that can transform the bed into a secure vault and an adaptive air suspension that can adjust the ride height and damping.