2024 Tesla Cybertruck Early Review | Consumer Reports

[@NickMirro]

Wow... "It functions as a vehicle." What an informative summary.

[@jermwerty]

I mean so does an F-150? Its like character creation in a game and someone set the slider all the way over to "looks" over "practicality". Its a design choice. My Nissan NV3500 van has a useless rearview mirror also when seats are installed in it but I haven't read a single review that mentions that fact. I find it entertaining the stuff people will nitpick on that to me seems like a "well duh" - take it or leave it - the design has limitations and only a potential buyer can decide what is a dealbreaker for them.

[@MrKhankab]

A pinto functions as a car too

[@rolfdenver]

Hmm. No crashworthiness info? No mention of the fact that Cybertrucks are illegal in Europe because they don’t meet European safety standards? No mention of all the recalls so far? This doesn’t give me a good feeling about the rigor of CR’s analysis.

[@LarryStone-q6r]

It's definitely crashworthy. In that it's only worthy of being crashed.

[@cory8837]

Most pickup trucks don't meet European safety standards. Interesting to see that you care about that now that Tesla has a truck.

[@sudeeptaghosh]

@@cory8837please forgive him .. he is just salty because he can’t afford one

[@andersbeer8156]

100%, I was wondering the exact same thing. Were people really only curious about the drive by wire? Something tells me no.

[@4D4plus4is4D8]

About 90% of the positive things said about this were "It's not too bad."

[@didierpuzenat7280]

It's because it is difficult to do better than let's say a Tesla model 3 (price, range, comfort, performance, efficiency, etc.). And honestly you cannot buy a truck, any truck, and think it is a good vehicle for everyday. In other words, people should buy sedans or small SUVs, not trucks. But some points are fantastic for a truck.

[@Nimatodes]

@@didierpuzenat7280 It's all relative, because you could argue that a M3 is extremely inefficient compared to a bicycle (lol). But a CT is certainly far more efficient and affordable on a daily basis than a gasoline truck, especially if the truck is being charged by solar panels.

[@tripzero0]

You need to spend more than a weekend with the steer by wire (SBW). Then you need to immediately drive a regular steering vehicle. If you don't think SBW is the future, you may be a bot. Everything else feels sloppy and slow.

[@jarochito73]

Lmfao😂

[@asad5067]

It will score 40 to 60

[@irnbrukidsm]

Seems like an awful lot of apologies for the bits and pieces that aren’t as good as they could and should be

[@DarthAwar]

Also 2x the OG Stated Costs and less power, range and a Aluminum Frame for a Work Truck unlike all others that are Steel!

[@tripzero0]

​@@DarthAwaractually not true. Look at what they promised for the dual motor version. They over delivered on everything but price. The tri-motor was a miss and we'll see what the rwd turns out to be but the AWD is better than promised.

[@Trashed20659]

It's a form over function design. It won't be the first choice for work in most cases. Elon looked at a far-out prototype and said "make it for production". I can just imagine the looks on the engineer's faces.

[@Trashed20659]

@@DarthAwar The aluminum-alloy castings used in Teslas turn out to be a lot more durable than pressed and welded steel, which is what most cars have now. I don't believe the cybertruck even has a real frame. That's something only bigger trucks and SUVs have any more and as big as the CT is, I believe it is unibody. Frames are better for body repairs, but steel bodies aren't as durable as extruded ones.

[@michael-gk3ib]

I'm so proud to be European as we have standards and don't allow crappy products like cyper truck onto our roads, not only is it really ugly it's also dangerous for both passengers and especially pedestrians and other motorists, it's already been called back 5 times and everything elon has said about it is a lie because everything the idiot says is a lie. So congratulations to all Americans, you have once again realized that money can buy everything and that you have no taste or style.

[@biercenator]

Another way to have impromptu conversations with strangers that you wouldn't have driving around in an ordinary car is to ride a bicycle. A fraction of the cost, good for your health, and similar cargo capacity.

[@PeterGresser]

I think one of the closing comments- “once you can kinda get over [its design] and all of the flaws of that come about because of its design, you’re left with a vehicle; and it functions as a vehicle, and it’s even a pretty decent pickup truck in terms of having a six-foot bed, tonneau cover that can cover things and other ‘truck’ features”-is awfully chilling, if perhaps unintentionally so. The truck, delivered, cost CR just under $102,000. Shouldn’t we all ask for more out of a vehicle that costs $102,000 than “it functions as a vehicle?” I might be sacrificing an automatic tonneau cover by downgrading (such as it is) to an F-150, but in trade I would get a functional rear-view mirror and turn signals that work-one would hope-greater than “90% of the time.” It’s certainly a striking vehicle, but I’m not sold on the idea that it’s ever going to be a truck for people who need a truck to do truck-related work with. In favoring form over function, it seems like it’s a showpiece instead of a useable truck.

[@roguedogx]

I agree that "functions as a vehicle" is not an acceptable standard for something that costs this much. Especially when compared to other vehicles in the segment, like the f150 lightning. Which, fully loaded, costs $15k less, and has features and quality to match that price. In short, yes it's an effective "wow" machine. But beyond that, the price/value ratio just seems too high.

[@GlitterGuru]

Anyone who believes buyers are choosing the Cybertruck out of necessity is missing the point. It's similar to those who purchase G-wagons just for trips to Whole Foods; these vehicles are status symbols. People want to stand out, and that's perfectly valid. It's akin to spending $1,000 on designer shoes when a pair of Converse would do just fine

[@mikewallace8087]

If you want to extend range , the extra battery consumes cargo space and adds more weight . What can be thought about that ?

[@infamousbugg]

@@GlitterGuru Yeah, this is how I see it too. It doesn't matter if it's bad at truck stuff because that's not how it will be used 98% of the time. The problem for Tesla is there aren't enough people willing to spend 100k on a status symbol to make the CT a success/profitable. Same goes with all EV's really. They're luxury vehicles atm, and there won't be wide adoption until cheaper models are released that us normies can buy. That's primarily why EV adoption has slowed.

[@Wi2Low]

If you care about your opinion then you need to drive one for a week and stop reading bullshit on the internet from compromised sources. Or just talk to 10 actual owners who are 60 years old and have owned 20 different vehicles, like me. The CT is excellent on a scale that can only be appreciated directly.

[@Bsquaredplus2]

"Design forward" instead of saying "terribly designed" is interesting

[@josephpotterf9459]

Ugliest vehicle in history embarrassing to drive ,own, or pay for. Even worse Elon.

[@S2kBPRIME]

You complain about style, but you own an aluminum twinkie....

[@bigboithe8th]

All it’s missing is a water and ice dispenser.

[@mxmoose]

I was hoping to hear CR talk about safety. Hopefully it'll be discussed in upcoming features?

[@DarthAwar]

How about the Aluminum Frame instead of the Normal Steel like all Pick Up's and Work Trucks?!

[@Sal3600]

its the safest truck you can get

[@JamesYale1977]

I'm reading the review on the website and I'm trying to figure out how this video is related to the text that they created...

[@tripzero0]

​@@Sal3600probably true given its low ride height, but we don't have a lot of data on safety. Hopefully we'll get some ratings someday.

[@lrn_news9171]

@@Sal3600For no one except the driver of the cybertruck

[@AddyAdderson]

Can't shake the feeling CR is legitimizing a showroom junker. Proceed with caution.

[@frankdeboer1347]

Idiotic that the rear view mirror doesn't become a screen when the cover is closed.

[@ArnoSchmidt70]

Hardware is expensive and Elon is cheap.

[@sfoy623]

What do you expect for $102,000? A digital rear view mirror cost money. Instead they write a little software and display the rear view on the main screen.

[@YuenanCao]

It is on the display, but i see your point

[@proberts34]

I expect that limitation is due to DOT regulations. I'm pretty sure they don't allow a rear view mirror to be a screen for reliability reasons.

[@thedopplereffect00]

They are actually designed to be removed completely!

[@Quince828]

Nice to see a review from someone who isn’t a fanboy or overwhelmed by the technology

[@AFox-qc4kh]

​@navysealblackwater no we're not. Unbiased reviews is not what fan boys usually do.

[@cp37373]

You sound pathetic 😂

[@jermwerty]

Its a polarizing truck and a lot of it is due to politics unfortunately - hopefully that chills out after the election. Taking that out of the equation, when these hit $40k on the resale market in three or so years the cybertruck will be one of the better mall-crawlers! 90% of trucks I see driving around aren't doing anything truck related anyways so cybertruck is perfect for that market segment!

[@rubenharris9241]

First time I have seen CR try hard to grade on a curve….

[@markplott4820]

CR makes reports w/ crayons.........lol.

[@MicahDamger]

The only part of the Cybertruck with a curve is the grade given by the Cybertruck fanboys.

[@glassesstapler]

First time I've seen CR "fan boy" a review. And I pay for this subscription...

[@vipahman]

OP said it very well.

[@LlyleHunter]

This guy doesn’t know what a consumer advocate does for a living.

[@ardentdrops]

I feel like "the middle ground" is being used way too often as an alternative to being unbiased. If you fear "the appearance of bias" more than bias itself your savviest viewers will figure that out.

[@chrisroberts3963]

Owned mine for 7 months - steer by wire is amazing (easy to learn). Going back to normal steering is archaic! No more hand over hand. - Front view is easy by just selecting the camera view. - Biggest fail is the rear view/mirror. The mirror sucks (need the vault open to use). The rear view on the screen not big enough and items appear small. What is needed is a video screen where the mirror is that uses the rear camera. - range - not bad. I tow a 12ft boat and 16ft boat. I signed up for the range extender but it is not needed. Tesla chargers are superb and getting an adapter to use other networks open up more places to charge in a pinch. - the drive - this truck is so much fun to drive!!!! The truck is big but handles like a small truck/car. - the more time you have the truck the more I love it. - cleaning the outside - BarKeepers Friend and Windex once in awhile. I put a clear coating on mine (Everbrite) so easy cleaning and no finger prints. Or wrap the truck.

[@travisjazzbo3490]

Thank you for the honest review

[@g600f700]

They should provide option to add LCD rear view mirror and the same idea for the A pillar. This LCD mirror tech has been around many years. Dunno why they don't have it.

[@sarkaranish]

how does it feel owning what is essentially a meme novelty?

[@AddyAdderson]

How do you feel about the resale for the vehicle you bought?

[@JamesPhieffer]

Funny. I'd think a finish that needed to be wrapped or otherwise treated after I paid 100k for it to be a problem, like orange peel in the paint.

[@adrwong8]

Totally glazed over the steer by wire and rear wheel steering. No mention of how good/bad the turning radius is compared to a F150/Ram1500, parking performance, etc etc. Only said some felt it was a little bit strange. Well why don't you do a side by side three point turn test vs the F150/Ram1500. Also the F150 Lightning starts at 93,000 plus tax and freight, and the Silverado EV costs 96,450 plus tax and freight. The Cybertruck is 80,000 plus tax and freight.

[@LarryStone-q6r]

18:51 "It functions as a vehicle." 😐

[@judelarkin2883]

It’s difficult to ask for anything beyond the minimal requirement of functioning as a vehicle when they are practically giving them away at $100k. 😄

[@jermwerty]

And so does a Hummer?

[@tommieb567]

I still own only gas cars and a truck. I love my V8s. But I also like vehicle stats and tech advancement. There were several errors, intentional or not, that spec nerds like me should noticed in this review. If you are interested in this vehicle, there are several videos that correctly list the actual specs and capabilities on KZbin. With all the oddities, it is capable and interesting. Regen is adjustable and can be disabled, payload is huge, weight is lighter 3k pounds lighter than a hummer, and like it or not steer by wire has been around for decades and is in almost all commercial passenger airplanes. I've worked aircraft avionics and flight controls for over 2 decades.

[@TheTawniest]

Don't aircraft have wind-powered generators as redundancy in case of power failure in order to maintain flight control? What's this rolling dumpster got as backup?

[@danharold3087]

@@TheTawniest Shameless copy and paste from Cyber Truck Owners Club site by mongo Steering is controlled by both the left and right front control units. Each is fed by both the 48V battery and the Power Conversion System (PCS) which is fed by the pack (high voltage battery). So to lose steering requires loss of both front modules or both the 48V battery and PCS. The vehicle goes into limp mode on a single failure, so encountering a sudden dual failure should be an extremely rare event.

[@samanddadkwan341]

And the little red light is supported and enhanced by the red graphic on the repeater camera view on screen. That’s where you look anyway. AND the front camera is excellent for knowing EXACTLY where the nose is. This guy is plain and dumb.

[@gmazelli]

it takes longer to explain the benefits but 48v architecture and LAN wiring are also a big technological step

[@TheOnlyName]

Consumer Reports reviewing the Cybertruck, what a time to be alive

[@arthurbaney3014]

For the lack of parking sensor complaints, you should really go into settings > autopilot > park assist > enable tesla vision. It makes parking so much easier! It shows you a birds eye view of the car and its surroundings and you can see parking lines, obstacles, ect. I don't know why Tesla doesn't have it on by default, it's amazing.

[@natehill8069]

Chevy Bolt does that, I love it. Of course it has drawbacks, the side cameras are underneath the side view mirrors so they are unable to see anything ABOVE that. While I knew that academically it was brought home last year when I was backing my car into the garage and using the camera, I backed into the little plastic handle on my table saw rip fence. The car took $2500 damage to the quarter panel to avoid breaking a $5 handle. Never saw (npi) a thing on the cameras. If I had been looking over my shoulder, as I would have in any other car Ive ever driven (which by definition did NOT have the camera), I would have seen it.

[@IDriveAnAudi]

My Audi does that but it is supplemented by a beeper that I rely on too. There is zero reason for this other than a poor design.

[@Reginald_.0_o]

few things: 1. you CAN shut off ReGen Braking in in settings under "Dynamics" There you can set steering, acceleration and braking settings. 2. The camera setup you're using is worst-case scenario in a Tesla (that camera lens icon on the screen offers a 360 view). 👍🏾

[@markplott4820]

CR dis not read the Cybertruck manual.

[@whynotthinkwhynot-]

Funny, my el-cheapo Chevy Bolt EUV has a rear view mirror that turns into an LCD screen for the rear view camera when you flip the tab. GM didn’t cheap out for once, and put another camera up high for that view. I personally despise triangle windows that don’t open. Those always cause visibility issues, and are the reason I drive an EUV instead of a regular Bolt.

[@falsificationism]

Cybertruck Review: "It's not ideal, but you can get used to it." Cybertruck: "This is the nicest thing anyone has ever said (honestly) about me."

[@4D4plus4is4D8]

I love the reviewers amazed tone at the end when he says it functions like a vehicle.

[@andrasbiro3007]

I guess that's why it's outsold all other EV trucks combined. And why many celebrities are showing up in it. And pretty much all owners say that it's the best car they've ever driven.

[@bunsw2070]

@@andrasbiro3007 A fool born every minute.

[@akitadog01]

@@andrasbiro3007 Pretty much all the owners are fanboys, so it stands to reason that they are sycophantic about it.

[@James-hd4ms]

@@andrasbiro3007 Lots of people are silly/stupid. You?

[@kathyfausett9301]

I guess I needed reminding why I canceled my CR subscription after 30 plus years.

[@Brentonlangaigne_93]

Correction: FSD 12.5.5 was released to the cybertruck on September 29th.

[@Eric-xp1kl]

Only for a select few, not most

[@guyo1995]

@@Eric-xp1kl Nope, surprisingly we've all been getting it, though like any roll-out it's not simultaneous.

[@tdrcar]

Tesla still isn't close to *Full Self-Driving.* Tesla has been promising FSD "next year," every year since 2016. Having experienced the current state of FSD in my Tesla earlier this year, I say no thanks, it's like having a lousy drunk at the wheel. I am skeptical that any Tesla will become actually self-driving with a camera-only system.

[@lbeck37]

​@@tdrcarFSD has gotten amazing since earlier this year, drives pretty much like I drive only it's better at spotting pedestrians and other cars.

[@JamesPhieffer]

Based on the examples of "Full Self Driving" posted on KZbin, it's at best half-baked, and not fit for surface streets.

[@rickvoit7310]

The young reviewer did a great job with CR’s approach to auto reviews. This ain’t a Subaru to be sure!

[@triaxe-mmb]

I would never own one of these purely for how it looks, but I think it will be great when the underlying tech in this vehicle is integrated into other products in the Tesla product range

[@danharold3087]

Not a criticism. Some interesting studies have been done on what we like to see. In short the brain has to work harder with the less familiar. This is why we favor what we are used to. Comes down to how we are wired rather than better or worse.

[@Brandon_Makes_Stuff]

At best, the steering in only redundant. I haven't seen how many sensors are in the column, there could be only one. But there are only two wire cables from the column to the rack. Not three. Redundant. Not triple redundant.

[@danharold3087]

It would not have gotten past the government types with single sensors. It is uses 2 to 3 levels. Never a single point of failure. This is a ZF unit. The same setup is going into many German cars. So it has passed muster there too.

[@paulmacguyscott]

It is odd this was posted a day ago and I have already had parking sensors for a couple of weeks. A week later I got self parking and last night got FSD. I want to see them update the review with all of that added.

[@kentstallard6512]

No such thing as FSD. Level 5 is a pipe dream. Don't fall asleep at the wheel.

[@danharold3087]

@@kentstallard6512 Brain dead comment of the week Ken! FSD will not let you fall asleep at the wheel. It and similar detection system that watch the drivers eyes will be saving many lives.

[@Nickrioblanco1]

Good job of trying to be neutral. But after all the things you mentioned. It seems pretty horrible for the price.

[@xxstealerxx]

It is. Insanely overpriced for a 6/10 truck

[@chrispnw2547]

A $100K+ vehicle deserves a higher level of scrutiny. I am happy to see this vehicle on the road as it has been noted frequently that Elon Musk played a strong role in its design and went against the suggestions of his engineers in so many areas. IMusk with have to totally own the success or failure of the vehicle in the marketplace.

[@DannerBanks]

I'd argue almost all EV trucks are disappointments. Sincerely, a tesla owner

[@Edwardcolton]

I have one and it is truly amazing, you can’t do a review after only a few days and Consumer reports has always been bias.

[@markplott4820]

CR extorts OEMs for a Good Report.

[@dwnrange7812]

So if you need to keep the to bed cover closed when driving or else range drops, what about when you’re hauling stuff that need the bed to be kept open?

[@BorkyBorkbork]

You lose a few % range

[@user-to2rf1rj5v]

18:08 It has all of the visibility aids. Cameras, side mirrors, park assist with 3d representation of park lines and objects around you, audible warnings for proximity, etc. In fact, it has auto park and will even park it in the stall for you.

[@MK-tk8tb]

Would love to see the cyber truck parked next to a Pontiac Aztec.

[@TheAdventureAuto]

Coolest looking vehicle ever made next to the ugliest ever made.

[@bruceleeroy8302]

And right next to a Winnebago that is being used as a meth lab.

[@dearbulls]

Already seen it parked next to a trash cart, hard to tell one from the other

[@Qrail]

Just park it next to a new refrigerator. Then do a comparison. I see a close tie.

[@CowboyPants-h5p]

@@TheAdventureAuto Yup, that cybertruck is the ugliest vehicle ever made!

[@DelPhonic1]

Surprisingly wonderful review from CR. Would be nice to hear your towing review-- long time truck owners say it's the best towing vehicle they've ever used. They didnt care about range like folks that have never driven one are. Full Self Driving, where you it will drive from your own driveway to wherever you work or play, is on all Cybertrucks today-= your review was a week late. And it will now back itself into the charging stall, which you mention is something you are concerned about. Also remember you can operate an arc welder out of the 240 outlet in the back-- that no other truck has. And you didnt mention about the ride quality for a truck--- which owners say is like riding in a Cadillac rather than a truck with a 2500lb payload capacity and the ability to tow 11,000lbs. How many trucks that can tow 11k lbs can maneuver like a sports car and are as comfy as a Caddy?

[@jonboy602]

Can you give us some links to long term truck owners that say it's the best towing vehicle they've ever had, Del?

[@user-tk7km1sr7e]

Can Safelite repair/ replace that windshield?

[@LouisDuran]

Very likely not. A friend's son had his model 3 smashed in the rear. it looked like mostly cosmetic damage and some plastic bumper bits might need to be replaced. No mechanic around our (largish) city wants to touch it since the battery pack (which is fused with the platform structure) potentially looks damaged. So a 2 year old model 3 may need to be totaled for what any ordinary car would be a $4K repair.

[@royh6526]

@@LouisDuran Did you take it to a Tesla repair center for a quote?

[@DelPhonic1]

Who cares who replaces it. Tesla repair replaced mine that had a rock crack in it.

[@danharold3087]

From the safelite web page *Top-notch auto glass repair and replacement for your Tesla Cybertruck* When your Tesla Cybertruck has damaged auto glass, look to the experts at Safelite

[@Septhember3633]

Didn't infiniti do steer-by-wire about a decade ago? Or was that not the same thing?

[@RobTeeJr]

Go back and listen to what he actually said. This is the first steering system sold in the US without a physical connection between the steering wheel and the wheels. The operative word being "physical". The earlier systems such as designed by Infiniti had a mechanical backup system.

[@officialyasir]

They still had a mechanical linkage as a fallback if the steer by wire system failed. Cybertruck is the first production vehicle with a steer by wire with no mechanical fallback, but just a redundant motor.

[@danharold3087]

The steer by wire system is made by ZF. It will be showing up in other cars in Europe. Not sure about the US.

[@johnfromconnecticut]

At 15:32 - Turn signals work well "90%" of the time. You gotta be joking. On my 2009 VW Jetta 2.5, the turn signals shut off 100% of the time after completing a turn. You can keep your CyberTrash.

[@halkon4412]

The 10% is for lane changes. And it only doesn’t work if you turn them on after you already started shifting lanes.

[@FrankConforti]

My Tesla 2023 MY has the same problem and it’s trivial. The Tesla doesn’t have a mechanical reset like other vehicles. It never misses turning on the signal, just leaves it on a bit longer from time to time. It does take getting used to. If you’ve ever turned down a fork in the road with a typical vehicle with the turn signal on you know it will stay on forever Teslas will turn it off after a period of time. So, balances out.

[@DavidHamby-ORF-48]

A well conceived, scripted, and produced first look review. You gave a pretty accurate description of the flight deck display. There’s more blind spot warning than was described. On my 2023 Model Y, the wing camera views show a red boarder on the driver side when the lane is fouled or about to be fouled. I find I prefer this to the ID.4 light in the mirror box. Also, the AutoPilot situational awareness display will show vehicles iln formation” with own ship. Few cars have an equivalent to the AutoPilot display. I move the wing camera views show a to the top of the AutoPilot pane so the lane fouled indicator is not hiding behind my left hand. Many CyberTruck KZbinrs leave the rear view mirror at the top of the navigation pane. Machine vision parking view is Wizard. Much better that alert tones only from sonar. International orange highlighting shows objects around the vehicle hazarded by the vehicle’s path. Easily learned. My Model Y is much easier to reverse in than ID.4.

[@bobbresnahan8397]

I've had my CT for 6 weeks. I drove my Model S up to Colorado to pick it up and quickly adapted to all the quirks except two. One is the size of the windshield and the difficulty of keeping it free of interior fog. No problem with the windshield wiper, but keeping the interior windshield clean is a chore. Steering is better on this vehicle than any I've ever driven. It's stable at speed and incredibly easy at slow speeds. The other difficulty was the lack of FSD. On my way home from the purchase I realized just how important FSD has become to me. It's been getting incrementally better since I bought my first Tesla in 2018, and I rely on it a lot. Although the CT handles well, I want FSD to take care of the basics. My CT was updated with FSD last night, and it is wonderful to have it take care of the basics of driving. Visibility is not always great but I'd rate it above average. Acceleration is, of course, great. The CT is exceptionally comfortable and quiet. We drove round trip from Taos to Boise and it was a pleasure to drive. With FSD it will be even better. Regen breaking is great. Storage is very good, although there are a few improvements I'd like to see. I'm looking forward to getting Powershare up and working with my house -- no more power outages in the evening and with a Powerwall we'll be virtually net-zero emissions. That means a lot to my family and the world. Oh yes, the tonneau cover is very handy.

[@chrisclark9889]

Interior windshield fog will go away. Just take a swifter and glass cleaner a few times. It will eventually be gone. Happened to me and went a away after three cleanings

[@tdrcar]

"FSD to take care of the basics" means that it isn't close to *Full Self-Driving.* Tesla has been promising FSD "next year," every year since 2016. Having experienced the current state of FSD in my Tesla, I say no thanks, it's like having a lousy drunk at the wheel. I am skeptical that any Tesla will become actually self-driving with a camera-only system.

[@lbeck37]

Totally disagree ​@tdrcar . I use FSD all the time in my model Y. Drives pretty much like I do.I still supervise, and every so often, I catch it in the wrong lane or something else. It's seen and reacted correctly to seeing pedestrians I didn't even notice. It keeps getting better. It sounds like you haven't driven the latest version.

[@DelPhonic1]

how do you feel about FSD that you were able to download a couple days ago? Care to update your take?

[@TexasCat99]

Tesla doesn't have official release FSD (it's been beta for years), they lack enough sensors and people have died thinking they had FSD. If you need to babysit FSD, then it's useless and dangerous.

[@johannesdolch]

If someone can't park a car that has Tesla surround Vision AND a FRONT AND REAR CAMERA, they really should buy FSD or let someone else drive.

[@JO-ed5fq]

I have NEVER seen such a slanted review from CR. This needs a do-over! The guy wanted to love it, just about said he loves it, but has to show/say all the crap that is WRONG with it, and then firmly says "you’re left with a vehicle"! Well, whippy ding-a-ling! For $100,000+ I expect a wee bit more.

[@M67v]

For $100k you’re getting a fashion statement that just so happens to be a perfectly usable car that’s not that compromised all things considered. That’s like complaining about a Lamborghini Aventador having less legroom than less expensive cars. It’s not about necessity, it’s about having fun.

[@mountainmantesla4395]

He has to be careful. CR has one major funding source and that is the Ford foundation. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.

[@randalllewis4485]

@@M67v It's "not compromised"?! It is the embodiment of compromise. This vehicle screams design over function.

[@lieutenanteclipse9975]

@@randalllewis4485design? What design 😂 I find this car to be the result of lack of proper design

[@danharold3087]

@@lieutenanteclipse9975 Best selling 2024 US BEVs are on track to be Tesla Y, Tesla 3, and CyberTruck in that order. RAV4 is currently #1 but very close to tied with Y and on the way down. CyberTruck is on the way up.

[@RichardDCook]

At 2:00 here in California we see them every day, you wouldn't get a second look. What does grab attention are the ones painted Day-Glo Lime Green, or Teal, or other eye-catching colours. The dull grey ones, no. At 2:49 Citroen was doing that in the 1950s, I used to drive one. No physical connexion between steering wheel and road wheels, the steering and suspension were hydraulic. One cool thing was that if you were in the middle of a turn you could let go of the steering wheel and it would stay where it was, there was no feedback from the road wheels, the steering wheel was just an actuator.

[@jackjohnson7396]

Don't see too many here on the east coast once in a while. Figured in California it would be customized, painted, etc. Some things never change.

[@jnb756]

It looks like a Delorean and an Aztek were first cousins and had a baby

[@wolfgangpreier9160]

Yes! Biggest and most ugliest stainless steel triangular door stopper. WONDERFUL! I hope i get mine before 2030.

[@bimmerbent]

Seems to be as functional too

[@AddyAdderson]

Yes! But the Aztec got a better CR review!

[@bcwbcw3741]

I was thinking stainless water tank that a wall fell on.

[@brad7571]

I own one - and I love it. 100% better than any Audi Range Rover, BMW, or Mercedes I have owned in the past. It's my 5th Tesla car - and it is the best one I have ever driven.

[@airgunningyup]

so many angry people in the comments lol.. Who cares , no one is forcing you to like the cybertruck..

[@williamstachour4019]

LOL. Says the angry guy who needs to comment…

[@HarveyCohen]

Cybertrucks are designed to destroy other cars and kill pedestrians. That's why they can't be sold in Europe. So yes, I care.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

We all drive on the same roads.

[@joeday7034]

I didn’t hear any comments about the 48 V electrical system and the generation two heat pump system.

[@stancloyd]

I like Fords and have owned them. Be aware however that your average monthly fuel costs here in Arizona for the Ford F-250 is about $240 per month.

[@sprockkets]

And if you can't charge at home the cyberturd can cost more than gas.

[@BorkyBorkbork]

@@sprockkets ...If you live in antartica

[@danharold3087]

@@sprockkets If it hurts, don't do it!

[@CameronCovey]

Pretty good review! A few notes after owning one for 5 months and 8600 miles: I love the way it drives. The steer by wire take a couple days to get used to, but after that, it is the best! I go back to any other car and can't believe how much I love the steer by wire. The imperfections in the stainless steel are very minor for me. I think that is really blown out of proportion. I have towed a small popup camper trailer (2200 lbs) 1000 miles and yes, it reduces the range. But it is so easy to tow things with! We are planning a bunch of trips in the next couple years with our camper trailer (family of 4)...and we will make it work. Why? Because we love the truck so much and want to use it for everything. The polar opposite reactions and opinions really are funny. It just shows that we are all free to like AND dislike design/style, function, etc. I really like my Cybertruck, but you don't need to love it too. All I do say, is drive one sometime. It won't hurt.

[@rayc.8555]

As a CT owner since June i agree with you. i was trying to figure what i was going to write and then read your comment. You sum it up perfectly. It is the best handling, most fun vehicle i have even owned and i have owned so many in my 70 years. To me the other things are so minor. I own 3 other vehicles and they sit in the garage. If you have the chance you really should drive one. Tesla centers are allowing people to test drive. One thing that surprised me was how it triggers some people. I mean it's crazy. But those people fit in the category of unhappy with their life people.

[@guyo1995]

@@rayc.8555 Same here, though I'm 75. So much for oldsters can't handle new tech.

[@DarthAwar]

No mention about the Aluminum Frame on a Work Truck?!

[@Sal3600]

The only people that seem to hate it don't own one.

[@tripzero0]

​​@@DarthAwarwhat about it? As long as you don't drop it 10 feet onto the hitch, who cares what it's made of? It's more ridged than a steel frame but will break where a steel frame bends. Both are not ideal in the extremes.

[@knightsoftheroad4981]

Excellent review CR! I have a reservation but haven’t test driven one yet. My confidence has improved based on your review here.

[@feetup-jf7kq]

A few points they could have mentioned for consumers: He spoke about the steer by wire, but what they didn’t do is demo it do a U-turn or show the manoeuverability in a parking garage, which is way better than other trucks, or show it varying sensitivity with speed. He complained about side access to the bed but didn’t say you can use the air suspension to raise front and lower the rear for better access. Also to enter lower height clearance areas. Or the off road capability with variable ride height, torque control and creep. The sound system is among the best in any vehicle. The rear seats fold up and doors open to almost 90 degrees for heaps more storage space. It uses 48 volt electrical and ethernet like control architecture. Like all Teslas it will improve over time via free over the air software updates. Didn’t mention the excellent Tesla phone key app Didn’t talk about the high charging rates. Full self driving has now dropped for the CT, but no addendum to the video, and by all accounts works well. As for % American made pickups Tesla cyber truck is a close second to the Ridgeline and way ahead of Ford, Ram, Chevvy etc. This is a mediocre review and certainly could not be described as a report. It seems to me they tried to second guess their audience opinions.

[@1tunaep2]

When the windshield wiper is working it is kind of alarming. Wow, never knew a windshield wiper could be kind of alarming. What did it do? Go back and forth.

[@4D4plus4is4D8]

No, it doesn't go back and forth. That's what's kind of alarming about it.

[@tdpiersonavoca]

This review is so vanilla, and incomplete, providing mostly subjective information. No mention of the transformative 48volt architecture? 4ws Turning radius? 0-60? Different ride height measurements? Wheel size options, with range implications? No wonder I stopped reading/following CR many years ago. Look up Jason Cammisa for compelling unbiased reviews.

[@sprockkets]

Lol no, Jason gave an even worse pass on this pos. Who cares if it has 48v? That's also a lie because the windows and door locks are 12v and the headlamps are 30v, which means you'll have MORE electrical failure points than if it was only 12v!

[@rockethead7]

"Transformative 48 volt architecture"? And, what EXACTLY do you think you get out of that? They're touting it as this amazing innovation to save a few pounds of wire. But, functionally, what do you think 48 volts does for you that makes it "transformative"?

[@James-hd4ms]

In the manual it is referred to as the “Effing transformative 48 Effing volt architecture.

[@guyo1995]

@@sprockkets No, the windows are 48V. You should look into the technology further before you denigrate it.

[@guyo1995]

@@rockethead7 12V wiring is way more than a few pounds, also takes up space, is expensive and is more difficult to handle in manufacturing.

[@shadbakht]

Well done and fair review!

[@hungrypuppy7491]

Wow. What a softball review for Tesla. I've seen more in-depth reviews from CR for coffee makers. I've literally seen dozens of reports from amateur sites that were more informative than this review. I don't know whether you missed the design flaws they reported on or if your lawyers had a hand in editing the content. I have to wonder if they were afraid of the lawsuits Musk would launch if the review was thorough and frank. After the long wait for this review, I am very disappointed, CR.

[@WadeMcLure]

Yeah, they were afraid of saying anything bad, the cult would come after them. Even tho there were dozens and dozens of flaws with this pile of garbage...

[@kingkeenangaming756]

Do a Range Test for the Cybertruck

[@colin-nekritz]

Do it pulling anything, it'll go about 100 feet, if you're lucky.

[@consumerreports]

Range testing is one of the 50+ test we perform, so stay tuned!

[@DelPhonic1]

Hopefully they won't purposefully leave the door open overnight to drain the battery before the test like CR has done before.

[@Sal3600]

@@colin-nekritz goes 100 miles pulling 11000 pounds. nobody pulls this much. not many pull anything at all.

[@Thedishesss]

I freaking love this truck! So excited that it’s real and is actually in production!! Can’t wait for more to be on the road!!

[@bekindbutshrewd1493]

Ford gives grants to consumer reports. Tesla is blowing away FORD and their CEO admits it. Almost everything this guy said is negative. Try hitting ANY other card in the world with a hammer or going 0-60 this fast while still towing a 11,000 pounds. Steer by wire in a car is ground breaking. He never mentioned the 48 volt architecture which is first in any car. It now has full self driving, best in class. Other car companies will be buying FSD from Tesla very soon. He didn't cover how you don't have to turn the wheel nearly as far when whipping a U-turn as any other car or truck due to steer by wire. There is a multi year waiting list for a reason. The video gaming in the car is excellent. The dash is not "cluttered" as there is zero clutter, just one screen. People charge their cars almost completely at home, not at superchargers. But if you can't backup your truck with cameras and turning your head you should not have a car. You can stand on the Tonneau cover. It's rated for like 300 pounds. And the cover locks to keep your stuff safe. He didn't cover the best parts of this Tesla. You don't have to be a fan boy to give a reasonable positive and negative review. This was not that.

[@MendicantBias1]

Sigh

[@michael.hiran-ph]

I think the comment regarding autopilot is interesting: because in the past, cars didn't really get updated functionality from the factory after a car was made - those products were pretty much static unless the owner made changes that could sometimes void the warranty. But many new vehicles can get updates and not just basic ones. Initially, the CyberTruck (CT) didn't ship with a locking differential, but through an update, this feature is now enabled making it's off-road capabilities much higher. Not sure when this video was made, but it now has more parking assist features. And just today some early testers have FSD enabled on their CT's. So as features get added and more time goes by, I wonder how CR is going to update their reviews or whether their reviews will become less reflective of how the vehicle is in it's current iteration. One other side note - it would have been good if this review discussed the difference of the Foundation Series vs the standard model and what the standard model costs ($80k). For example, the Foundation Series comes with the Powershare Home Backup system - will CR install one of these power backup systems and do a review on it? I would love to get CR's take on how the CT could power a home with the 11kw power output in case of a power outage. In fact, I hope CR does more reviews of solar systems and car chargers. I know this might not be in the CR wheelhouse but the world is changing and CR is a great resource so that the viewers can keep up.

[@sprockkets]

Wouldn't it be nice if we didn't have companies ship cars now and fix later?

[@BorkyBorkbork]

@@sprockkets True Here's are the top 10 carmakers by the number of vehicles potentially affected by recalls in the U.S., per the NHTSA (2023): Honda: 6,334,825 vehicles potentially affected Ford: 6,152,614 Kia America: 3,110,447 Chrysler: 2,732,398 General Motors: 2,021,033 Nissan North America: 1,804,443 Mercedes-Benz USA: 478,173 Volkswagen Group of America: 453,763 BMW of North America: 340,249 Daimler Trucks North America: 261,959

[@danharold3087]

@@sprockkets On the other hand owner of Tesla cars love to get added functionality.

[@StormyDog]

Supervised FSD v12.5.5 is rolling out to all Cybertrucks as we speak. Full AI stack integration, hands free operation in both city and highway even when wearing sunglasses. Still not unsupervised at this point, but amazing. It's most likely a better driver than most of the people who will dislike this comment.

[@johnkent5042]

Don’t worry about steer by wire. F-16s have had it (fly by wire) since the first prototype flew in 1974. Works great.

[@sprockkets]

Irrelevant. Cars aren't checked for problems before driving each day, and there is no reason for steer by wire in a car vs a plane.

[@guyo1995]

@@sprockkets Tesla systems are monitored microsecond by microsecond, sensors are extensive and error codes are excruciatingly precise. Like it or not, the master computer always knows what's going on.

[@kiloy1006]

​@@guyo1995 u mean the buggy system that needs ota update? No thanks...

[@DarthAwar]

@@guyo1995 No it does not hence so many error reports that Tesla Service Centers have to wipe and/or suppress because they cant figure out the cause Limp Home Mode while fully charge and not use roughly Bricking for multiple reasons including from charging from an official device, NM washing why does a car need a Wash Mode?

[@danharold3087]

@@kiloy1006 It is sad how the hate crowd is trying to turn OTA into a bad thing. Most if not all legacy has it now but wished they had it working long ago.

[@TheAdventureAuto]

In the EV era, i cant say ive had a "dream car", because basic EVs can give you supercar performance. The Cybertruck has given me a new dream car. I dont let the CEOs political affiliations determine how i live my life. Hes a genius who has revolutionized the auto industry and space travel.

[@stevevarholy2011]

He is a guy with money that funded others that furthered the development of popular acceptance of EVs and private space travel. Fixed it for you. He's no engineer nor scientist.

[@TheAdventureAuto]

@@stevevarholy2011 You didn't fix anything.

[@cyan_the_uranian]

You don’t want to know what is in the batteries 🩸🩸🩸

[@dvader3263]

@@stevevarholy2011People who are not engineers or scientists can greatly change the world, just as well.

[@michaelspurling4376]

If you think Musk is a genius and the Cybertruck is your dream car, you are an idiot.

[@josephharvey5742]

I went to Home Depot and picked up a shower door in my 2021 GMC Sierra with a 6' bed. I had to leave my tailgate down to get it home because the box for the shower door was longer than 6'. How would the rear camera work if you had something longer than the bed of this Cybertruck and left the tailgate down?

[@malby]

Nice to see all the Tesla haters up early this morning

[@markplott4820]

CR is proxy of Hama$$.

[@lieutenanteclipse9975]

Nice to see all the Tesla fanboys up early this morning 😂

[@Distress.]

@@lieutenanteclipse9975 The haters far surpassed the fanboys on annoying factor about 2 years ago.

[@dvader3263]

They don't have a life. It gets into their heads and occupies their little minds.

[@jezza6575]

The EPA range wasn’t on the window sticker because the EPA doesn’t rate vehicles this size! So the 340 mile range is simply an estimate.

[@anotheryoutubechannel4809]

i have a mercedes gls 550 and a cybertruck. Cybertruck all day long. Best truck ever.

[@sprockkets]

Cool story bro.

[@masstwitter4748]

Really appreciated the balanced review - has to be a challenge given the polarizing reactions. Fortunately, some of us are neither fanboys or haters but just interested in the vehicle itself. And it's definitely pretty interesting...

[@chrisharris7893]

Maybe i'm weird, but I want to feel what's going on with the wheels. I like feeling the traction control stepping in when I do something stupid. I don't think you're going to get that with drive by wire.

[@danharold3087]

There is a sensor on the rack and a motor on the steering column that provides feedback.

[@joewalsh9685]

Any new vehicle over $50K should make you smile every time you use it. There should be nothing to get used to or overlook.

[@drnick40]

This is Tesla! Love it or hate it, Tesla is responsible for the resurrection and the existence of the electric cars in the way they are today. A nightmare for the car mechanics, the legacy car makers and the oil companies,

[@stephenj4937]

Based on its reliability ratings I wouldn't say it is a nightmare for car mechanics.

[@Angelboy99]

ITS not mechanics you need but technicians! I own a Tesla Y 2020 and I do not have valves, cylinders, oil replacement, multiple clutch, transmission, and a hundred other moving parts that can cause issues.

[@stephenj4937]

@@Angelboy99 but you still have ball joints, steering and suspension that need repair.

[@gabrielgingras814]

​@Angelboy99 True. We had an infiltration in the tail light during the historic rainstorm and were more busy about the flood in the basement than drilling a hole to evacuate the water from the car. Other companies would have sent us to the service center and do a full checkup with a lot of additional fees for things we don't need. Tesla just sent a technician, and he only charged us for the labor and what the tail light costs.

[@cyan_the_uranian]

@@Angelboy99But it does contain alien blood 🩸

[@S2kDude36]

Why didn't Tesla make the rear view a screen and show the camera on that screen like GM does? That would be easy for Tesla to fix.

[@danharold3087]

Rear view mirrors can also be dash board mounted. The cyberTruck rear camera view approximates this. Fewer places to look to check traffic

[@jamesbruce1183]

Using the touchscreen for commands - Don't forget VOICE COMMANDS. Nobody mentions how many things can be done by voice where your hands never leave the steering wheel.

[@LouisDuran]

My experience with a Model Y I rented last year was terrible when it came to voice commands. I'm a native English speaker. Zero accent and it couldn't handle simple commands like "turn on head lights".

[@lieutenanteclipse9975]

Hell no to voice commands. 1. I don’t want my car to constantly listen and record me. 2. Every voice control I’ve ever encountered sucks. Whatever voice commands it offers I’m pretty sure I can do more reliably and easily than arguing with the voice command.

[@royh6526]

@@LouisDuran Don't the headlights turn on automatically? Shouldn't have to tell it.

[@usrbin1]

I told the car to play "Take me home tonight" and it rerouted navigation to home, took me a while to realize the card was off course.

[@RussellMonte]

No one truly wants voice features in their car. Always a low quality gimmick feature.

[@PreciousBoxer]

@6:20 What is described as a designed forward approach is, in reality, called a design flaw by common consumers. Let's face it, though. These things are purchased by people who have more dollars than sense.

[@MrTeff999]

The weight is roughly the same as a Ford F-250. Most of the Cybers that I've seen have been wrapped. Coefficient of drag is excellent for a truck no matter whose figures you use. If you are fearful of steer by wire, you probably should never fly.

[@alesh2275]

Spot on

[@mountainmantesla4395]

He also didn't mention 4 wheel steering, and FSD is being released this week.

[@sprockkets]

Wraps cost thousands and tesla is no longer offering them. Drag coefficient is worse than the silverado ev. Airplanes are checked every flight for problems. This steer by wire system needs two motors, another one for force feedback, and already has had multiple failures and one instance that had it shut off with a warning message that it did that to prevent more damage. THAT MEANS YOU COULDN'T STEER THE TRUCK AT ALL! WHILE THAT PERSON WAS DRIVING! It's literally a solution in search of a problem!

[@tdrcar]

Good point about steer by wire.

[@royh6526]

@@sprockkets Do you have a link for that claim, steering disabled while driving?

[@josephinerussell8501]

We have seen a couple or a few Cybertrucks in Alaska, and every time my son is so excited to see them on the road. The Cybertruck looks so cool to him as it looks like something in the Lego/Minecraft world. I am so fascinated by the look of Cybertruck too, just so interesting. lol

[@vladzenkin]

the parking censors start working after parking update FSD works amazing , tried yesterday right after update , drew 50 miles around Los ANGELES, stops all signs

[@jeanvaljohn3921]

Wanted one , now, not so much. Thanks for taking the time and effort to share with us

[@gunm808]

if i had $100K to spend, I wouldn't spend it on a cybertruck but cheers to those folks that can and do.

[@djplonghead5403]

I would get an LC 500 for that money.

[@itsmigz2043]

The thing is, we don't 😂😅

[@Scot-p1v]

I’ve been keeping up with Munro Live and have quite enjoyed learning of various engineering solutions seen in this truck: the ‘air brake’ system to bend stainless panels without marring them is ingenious, for example. I, personally, am not a fan of the (my perception) ego-driven design of the CT, but I’ve always tended towards function over form. So, I liked that this video addressed this by noting that the design is polarizing-then goes on to evaluate how the truck performs as a vehicle without once mentioning Musk. This is why my family relied on CR for decades

[@slowercuber7767]

No mention of the highly praised sound system. No mention of the rear seat display and climate controls. No mention of Camp Mode, Dog Mode, etc. No mention of the coming FSD (supervised) which had a (very) limited release two nights ago. Little or no mention of the non-Foundation versions of the truck that will be much less expensive. No mention of how the steer-by-wire enables quicker turning and elimination of hand-over-hand cranking of the steering wheel. No mention of the sedan-like turning radius enabled by the rear wheel steering at low speeds. No mention that the one place you don't need to stop is the gas station. My wife just put 18 gallons in her 2020 F-150 STX last night and it cost nearly 60 USD; granted, no one who is happy about spending 100K USD for a vehicle is going to quale at the high cost of go-juice (and on the highway, charging at fast DC chargers can run you from half to the same or even more than you'd pay per mile for a gasoline or diesel draught), but for someone who is charging at residential or better rates, the ongoing cost of keeping most EVs rolling down the road can be a fraction of what it costs for an "equivalent" ICE vehicle. The cybertruck is not going to be everyone's cup of kerosene, and especially given some of its quirks (and shocking aesthetic) many people will absolutely have no interest in owning one. I certainly couldn't afford one at this time and for that price, and the wife thinks they are ugly (she has strange tastes, though, as illustrated by her choice of husband), but I think the truck is exceptional and I could see myself eventually getting one of the cheaper variants on the used market in a decade or so (if I last that long).

[@tdrcar]

How long do you want the review to be? Every sub-hour review is going to leave things out. From my personal experience, FSD is nothing to brag about, or even to safely use. Not having to go to the gas station if you can recharge at home, and saving on gas, are great and will lead to a lot of repeat EV owners. Good analysis that the CT will be good for some folks, not desirable to others. I think it will be the first pickup for most people buying it.

[@RichardThomas-b9n]

No mention of the ugliest truck on the market.No mention of the Truck WAS a lower price as advertised, No mention the dangerous shaper edges of the doors.Although he did say don't shut the door with the door.

[@danharold3087]

@@tdrcar The CT seems to be doing a lot of "segment conquest" sales. People who have never owned a truck are loving it. Comments like I bought the truck for me but now I am driving my wife's car to work.

[@danharold3087]

@@RichardThomas-b9n Who the crap, other than hatters, care what was said about the pre covid price. The truck is selling like hot cakes. The more Tesla sells the more likely it is that they will sell lower prices trucks to increase the TAM.

[@NjoyLife_01]

Ok review; Those that own the truck know full well of the security, safety, and technology that no other vehicle have - that’s in production. You also missed the opportunity to explain or share that rear camera pulls up enlarged onto the screen whenever the driver wants it. You don’t have to look at the smaller visual. Most drivers are probably saying to themselves- “meh, another review from business, that knows NOTHING in totality, about this truck.” Overall, consumers don’t buy this truck for the same reasons the F-150/F-250 guys purchase their trucks. NO! Most Cybertruck owners truly admire and understand that this truck is by THE safest secure vehicle on the road. It truly is. Hands down, it’s impenetrable. It’s quiet inside the cabin when driving. Armored dual glass. 24/7 surveillance of your car using your smartphone. And, the truck constantly records any, and all things while you drive it down the highway. You can leave it anywhere, and dare someone to try and commander the vehicle. It rolls over curves and sidewalks effortlessly. This is the type of vehicle you want to be in driving your family across country for Christmas or any other holidays, to see family. And now, FSD is out without the 15 sec touch the steering wheel… The thing drives itself until you tell it to stop… reading your face and eyes to ensure you’re not sleeping at the wheel. Just an amazing product! You would have to drive it for a few days to truly understand the priceless value. Then, you would NEVER want to drive another gas truck again!! I promise

[@baskkev7459]

Form over function Is the best way. And given it a pass because they try something new....lol...thats funny. New or not. failing is still failing. Decent review. But i feel it gets away a bit to much if you look at other reviews you guys have made.

[@very_tall_dude]

If this was any other manufacturer with this many flaws and issues it would be lambasted, pulverized, and mocked. Thank God I don't subscribe to CR

[@andrasbiro3007]

Except here the function dictated the from. The triangular shape is stronger. Look at any steel or wood structure, you'll see triangles everywhere. And the stainless steel exoskeleton increases the usable space inside, increases strength and rigidity, and reduces weight. Plus you don't need paint, which is expensive and delicate.

[@James-hd4ms]

@@andrasbiro3007what a load of crap.

[@WilliamMcCluskey13]

Wait, you think straight panels are harder to produce than compound curves??

[@eric5280]

Cybertruck is one of the most unique vehicles ever built. As such you get the benefits and drawbacks of that feature. For me, it warps reality. There have been countless pleasant encounters and interactions I've had I wouldn't otherwise experienced with any other vehicle. Conversely I wouldn't want it if it was the only vehicle I owned. Many situations when it's less than ideal.

[@NotMe-z5i]

Unique looking. They were not the first to do anything other than make an extremely strange looking truck.

[@guyo1995]

Lot's of people say that about trucks, many situations where they are less than ideal.

[@DelPhonic1]

@@NotMe-z5i you obviously sound like one that has never driven this truck.

[@Hgoenge81]

I couldn't imagine spending a hundred grand on a car to meet people who aren't the least interested in Me, but just the car I drive

[@tripzero0]

I'm still searching for when it's less than ideal... Maybe taking the kids to school because of the attention? Other than that, it's a great daily driver and a camping cheat code.

[@user-to2rf1rj5v]

4:46 yes, it has park assist and does give you warnings (audibly, and you can see a 3d representation of objects around you on the screen). And, you also have great camera views and side mirrors.

[@glassesstapler]

I don't need a tech bro's apology video based on feeling sorry for Tesla. I simply need a review telling me if the Cybertruck is failing, meeting or exceeding expectations based on the current new truck environment and the Cybertruck's peers. Very disappointed in this review. The review basically told me to reduce my expectations for this vehicle but it's OK because they will get better.

[@vipahman]

It does seem biased in favor of Tesla. The technology under the skin is great. But it is an unrefined product for $100K and it's unlikely to change because the shortcomings are not issues to Musk.

[@CowboyPants-h5p]

This is CR, what more would you expect. CR lost any relevancy, and any modicum of ethic, many years ago.

[@MrHerrjon]

This review is already dated. Full Self Driving was released yesterday.

[@stringcheezus-ftw]

Very accurate descriptions of the truck and what it's like to drive it. More accurate than most. Truck is a joy to drive and to own.

[@user-vp1sc7tt4m]

I hate when I do stupid stuff and ding and dent my truck. Strong stainless instead of wimpy sheet metal is winner for me. Who cares about fingerprints. The lockable cover on the bed would protect my tools. The power outlets in the bed will make it easier to do jobs I currently can't offer to do without hauling a generator. I hate current trucks with huge turning radiuses. Cybertruck four wheel steering turning short radius is a winner. The variable air suspension height control means my wife can drop it down and climb into the driver seat and I can dial it up for construction sites and for making my way across flooded roads. I hope to own one these Cybertrucks someday. I watched the intro years ago and thought the simplicity of an electric powered truck with no worry about smashing your crank case, transmission, driveshaft on things,... I love the idea of high torque electric power instead of clutched or torque converter power transmission to the wheels when your combustion engine produces such low torque at low rpm.. needing higher revs and turbos to get you going.... Think Trains! They are all hybrid with electric motor powering the wheels. I wish everyone would stop doing these "vanity" reports and get back to assessing this as a truck and compare truck usage with other trucks. Yes, electric truck range is not yet to par but we all should be looking at the future when the range will increase and the electric with range assist, not hybrid but sort of, will come into play. Some see the cyber as a novelty but I don't see it that way for myself and I don't see it that way for the future.

[@sprockkets]

And the silverado ev has all those features, but won't spend most its life on a tow truck to spend weeks on end at a tesla service center.

[@rockethead7]

Lithium is the lightest metal in the table of elements. Just how much range do you think "future" batteries will have (per pound)?

[@danharold3087]

@@rockethead7 Seriously! In a typical lithium-ion (Li-ion) cell, lithium usually constitutes about 2-3% of the total weight of the cell.

[@amosack]

I completely agree. When you put your turn signal, the rearview mirror is still up.

[@landcruiser801]

There is never a car where form follows function rather than the other way round. The design is at is because they can not bend the steel. (which is bullet proof) It is in fact compared to normal pickup design more aerodynamic. It has a low approach angle so it can go off road. It has a pressurised battery pack so it can wade. Adjustable suspension and big tires so it can off road. A cover so things in the bed dont get stolen

[@smpwald]

I put $100 down on one back when it was first introduced. Price was projected to be a lot less back then. Anyway I passed one on the road yesterday and was surprised to see it was red and black in color. I thought they only came in stainless steel.

[@ModernDayMixtapes]

The host was awesome 🤩

[@specimendelta]

In the cleaning section, you didn't address why going in a carwash destroys the entire vehicle

[@PeteLenz]

Great review, fantastic production quality!

[@laughremixsquad]

Solid, balanced review 👏

[@andrasbiro3007]

"Form over function" - No, it's the other way around. The shape and the stainless steel are all functional, they make the truck stronger, lighter, and more rigid.

[@sprockkets]

FALSE. None of the panels give any strength to this pos.

[@lieutenanteclipse9975]

“Stronger” >Rear Bumper rips in half when towing “Lighter” This car is twice as heavy as most pickup truck its size. “Rigid” Yeah, I guess when you delete the one feature that keeps you safe (the crumple zone) you are making the car more rigid. The driver however… Tesla fanboys are delulu af 😂

[@kevinpaulson2659]

Great review. Thanks.

[@BradThePitts]

With those sharp corners up front, how did they get by pedestrian impact regulations?

[@terry94131]

They can't be sold in Europe for that very reason.

[@LlyleHunter]

It’s an absolutely ridiculous design with so many failures that it should be called out for everything that it isn’t but everyone in the press seems to be afraid to say anything

[@0ricle]

Only vehicles with a GVWR under 10,000 lbs are required to meet pedestrian impact safety standards. The Cybertruck along with all the HD trucks from the Big 3 are exempt due to their high GVWR.

[@davidmccarthy6061]

Vehicle class/weight most likely so it doesn't apply to keeping humans safe.

[@TheBowerbird]

@@terry94131 Let me guess - you got your information from Reddit? Guess what, clueless one, no pickup trucks in the US market meet Euro ped safety standards. It's not due to the corners, it's due to the height of the truck.

[@Mabeylater293]

Did you talk about ride and noise levels?????