Key Takeaways The U.S. Department of State initially planned to award Tesla a $400 million contract for armored Cybertrucks. The negotiations for this contract began under the Biden Administration. NPR reported that the contract funding was revised to $483,000 for EVs and $3 million for supporting equipment. Questions arose about how the proposed funding jumped…
Key Takeaways The Tesla Cybertruck received the “Best Tech” award for 2025 from Motortrend due to its innovative chassis technology. A unique feature is the steer-by-wire system, which removes the traditional mechanical steering link and allows more responsive handling. Motortrend praised Tesla for “reinventing the wheel” with the steer-by-wire, highlighting its agility despite the truck’s…
Key Takeaways Tesla Cybertruck will receive Adaptive Headlights, addressing a feature many owners have long questioned. These Adaptive Headlights, also known as Matrix Headlights, use external cameras to optimize visibility for both Tesla drivers and other vehicles by selectively dimming certain pixels. This technology has been available overseas, particularly in Europe, and is now working…
Key Takeaways Multiple Tesla Cybercabs have been spotted in testing at Giga Texas with a steering wheel, sparking speculation about potential consumer availability. Drone footage reveals an increased volume of Cybercab testing, showing at least three being tested at once, and possibly more. The presence of a steering wheel and human operator suggests Tesla might…
Key Takeaways Tesla Cybercab aims to focus initially on short-distance trips within cities, particularly for ride-sharing purposes. Long-term goals include enabling the Cybercab for autonomous long-distance trips, making it road trip ready. Key to long-distance capability is Tesla’s development of wireless charging technology to support seamless travel. Lars Moravy, VP of Vehicle Engineering, discussed these…
Key Takeaways 🚗 The Tesla Cybertruck received a five-star safety rating from the NHTSA, the highest rating possible. 📝 The NHTSA’s crash tests included assessments of frontal and side crashes and evaluated the vehicle’s risk of rolling over. 🌟 The Cybertruck earned five stars in the frontal and side crash categories but received a four-star…
Key Takeaways A Tesla Cybertruck owner from Massachusetts is facing harassment and considering moving away with his family due to abuse linked to his vehicle. Dr. Kumait Jaroje wrapped his Cybertruck in gold to market his business, but has become a target after Elon Musk showed support for Donald Trump. The hostility began with people…
Key Takeaways 🚗 Tesla’s $400 million contract to provide armored electric vehicles to the U.S. government has been addressed and resolved. 📜 Senator Richard Blumenthal raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest related to the contract and Musk’s influence. 🔄 Some issues mentioned by Blumenthal, such as recalls for the Cybertruck, can be resolved via…
Key Takeaways Tesla is projected to win a $400 million contract from the U.S. Department of State for armored electric vehicles. The contract is expected to be awarded in late September, following its addition to the Procurement Forecast in December. Tesla’s Cybertruck, known for its durability and resistance to gunfire, is a likely candidate to…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Lead Engineer Wes Morrill provided a sneak peek of the Cybertruck’s upcoming off-road armor. The off-road armor was showcased at the King of the Hammers event and is expected to launch soon, featuring a low profile and durable design. Siddhant Awasthi, Cybertruck Vehicle Program Manager, mentioned the release of off-road accessories and…