Gary Zhou 
Key Points
- 💡 The first Tesla Cybertruck has been produced at Gigafactory Texas.
- 💡 The production Cybertruck image was posted on Tesla’s official Twitter account.
- 💡 The list of pre-orders for the Cybertruck is very long, with an estimated 1.7 million pre-orders as of January.
- 💡 The Cybertruck’s production faced notable delays due to its unique design.
- 💡 Despite the delays, CEO Elon Musk and Design Chief Franz von Holzhausen believe the Cybertruck will be worth the wait.
- 💡 The production version of the Cybertruck is expected to have specs similar to the ones announced during its unveiling, including payload capacity, towing rating, and storage capacity.
- 💡 The Cybertruck is expected to offer impressive off-road performance and acceleration.
- 💡 A leaked image shows a disappointing design detail of the Cybertruck, with no cargo tunnel into the vault for extended hauling length.
- 💡 The lack of a passthrough from the bed to the cabin disappoints some potential owners who had hoped to use the pickup for camping or hauling materials.
- 💡 The reasons for not including a passthrough could be a design decision or an engineering issue.
- 💡 The absence of a midgate could be a potential downside for some truck buyers considering the Cybertruck.
- 💡 The initial deliveries of the Cybertruck are approaching, and customers’ opinions on the lack of a midgate are being sought.
Gigafactory Texas has successfully manufactured the inaugural Tesla Cybertruck, marking a significant milestone for the electric vehicle manufacturer. The official Twitter account of Tesla shared an image showcasing the production of this all-electric pickup truck.
In line with their customary practice for noteworthy product achievements, the commemorative photo captured both the impressive Cybertruck and the jubilant Tesla team. The image depicted team members beaming with pride as they celebrated the creation of this cutting-edge electric pickup truck.
The Cybertruck in the recently posted commemorative photo would likely be the first of many as the list of pre-orders for the vehicle is very long. As of January this year, industry watchers estimated that there are about 1.7 million Tesla Cybertruck pre-orders. Such a number — or even a fraction of it — would likely keep Tesla busy for the next couple of years.
The Tesla Cybertruck saw notable delays in its production. When the vehicle was unveiled in late 2019, CEO Elon Musk estimated that the vehicle would enter production in late 2021, with more configurations entering production in 2022. This date was postponed several times as the company continued to make adjustments to the all-electric pickup truck.
A good reason behind the Cybertruck’s delays is the fact that the pickup truck is simply a vehicle that’s unlike anything that has ever been produced before. Despite the delays, however, CEO Elon Musk and Design Chief Franz von Holzhausen have highlighted that the Cybertruck will be well worth the wait.
While there have been several adjustments that have been made to the Cybertruck, some of the vehicle’s specs that were announced during its unveiling are expected to be rolled out to the pickup truck’s production version. These include a payload capacity of 3,500 pounds, a towing rating between 7,500 to 14,000 pounds depending on the variant, and 100 cubic feet of exterior storage.
The Cybertruck is also expected to offer stellar off-road performance with an approach angle of 35 degrees, a departure angle of 28 degrees, and up to 16 inches of ground clearance. Similar to other Tesla vehicles, the Cybertruck is expected to feature impressive acceleration, with the pickup truck’s top-tier variant initially announced to have a 0-60 mph time of 2.9 seconds.
