After a long series of setbacks and delays, Tesla‘s highly anticipated Cybertruck seems to be finally on its way to becoming a reality for consumers. In a tweet on an early Saturday morning, Tesla proudly displayed an image of the Cybertruck, fresh off the Giga Texas assembly line in Austin, marking a major milestone in the vehicle’s production. The vehicle is expected to be on the roads later this year. Given the uber-unique design of the vehicle, everyone seems to be talking about it.
Elon Musk had previously predicted that Cybertruck production will commence in 2024
Electrek, a renowned news outlet covering electric transportation, speculated that the vehicle showcased in the tweet is likely a production intent model, indicating Tesla’s efforts to streamline the manufacturing process and achieve scalability efficiently. This development comes as Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, strives to meet the most recent timeline he set for the long-delayed pickup truck.
Earlier this year, Musk confidently predicted that volume manufacturing of the Cybertruck would commence in 2024, with limited production potentially starting “sometime this summer.” Moreover, he announced plans for a grand Cybertruck delivery event scheduled for the third quarter of 2023. Musk emphasized the complexity of the Cybertruck’s production, explaining that the vehicle’s distinctive stainless-steel frame requires unique manufacturing techniques, setting it apart from traditional car production methods. Additionally, Tesla has faced repeated bottlenecks with its next-generation 4680 battery, adding to the challenges in bringing the Cybertruck to market.
Originally, Tesla had set an ambitious release date of 2021 for the Cybertruck, with the single-motor variant priced at $39,900 and the three-motor model at $70,000. However, due to unforeseen circumstances such as supply chain shortages and economic fluctuations, the automaker has yet to finalize pricing for the Cybertruck. Tesla’s cautious approach suggests a commitment to delivering the Cybertruck at a fair and accessible price point for consumers.
As the first Tesla vehicle to delve into the pickup truck segment, the Cybertruck has generated immense excitement and curiosity from enthusiasts worldwide. Its bold, futuristic design and promises of exceptional performance have attracted a special kind of following. With the Cybertruck edging closer to production (and the news reports that the truck might have bidirectional charging), Tesla’s ability to overcome the unique hurdles will likely set the tone for the electric pickup truck market as a whole in the coming years.
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