Tesla has been generating anticipation for the Cybertruck since its highly-publicized prototype reveal in 2019. However, it is this year that Tesla appears to have made significant progress in making the electric truck available and accessible to buyers.
In a recent tweet by Tesla, an image was shared demonstrating the extensive testing being conducted on the new Cybertruck. The picture shows the truck skillfully drifting in snowy terrain, confirming its involvement in winter testing. Although the caption does not provide specific information about the location or date of the photo, it unmistakably indicates that the truck is well on its way to becoming a production-ready vehicle.
Cybertruck winter testing ❄️ pic.twitter.com/SCSHaKJ5n5
— Tesla (@Tesla) May 19, 2023
During the previous instance of Tesla Cybertruck prototype testing, a video surfaced revealing the truck’s predicament—stuck in a muddy field close to Tesla’s headquarters in Texas. In line with other visual materials witnessed this year, the latest examples exhibit a truck equipped with authentic production-ready elements such as side mirrors (an innovative concept), conventional wheel and tire choices, and an interior that seems to be more developed.
The Cybertruck’s production is set to commence in full swing later this year. Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, expressed confidence in the company’s ability to sell anywhere from 250,000 to 500,000 units annually, stating that Tesla will produce as many as there is demand and affordability.
Despite initial indications from Elon Musk that the Tesla Cybertruck would be priced at $40,000 upon its launch, it is now anticipated that the actual price point may deviate from that figure. However, Musk remains confident that the Cybertruck will remain highly competitive among other electric truck offerings, including the Ford Lightning, Rivian R1T, GMC Hummer EV, and other forthcoming models set to hit the market in the next few years. By emphasizing the Cybertruck’s competitive position, Tesla aims to capture the attention and interest of potential customers in this emerging segment of electric trucks. With a focus on performance, innovation, and Tesla’s brand reputation, the Cybertruck is poised to carve out its place in the increasingly competitive electric truck market.
