35 years a contractor and maintenance, gas, reliability are of the upmost importance!….I’ve owned virtually every truck out there and the cybertruck would be my choice without a doubt..not to mention no more smog checks…AND…I’d only have needed 1 truck…I’d of saved a fortune over the years…I’m now retired and I’m still getting one…
No more "Hi, I need to book my truck in.... Tomorrow.... No, next Tuesday isn't good!" . Then having to drop it off, explain the problem, find out they don't have the loaner, "negotiate" a vehicle, empty tools, try to fit them in the one they give you, (minus the tool / part you never use, but WILL need today!) . Then you arrive at the job late, and get "the phone call" at 2pm saying they just started and found "another fault" needing a part they (a main dealer) don't have... And it's more money... Can they have the vehicle in 2 days when it arrives? . Or if they do fix it, you have to leave at 3:30 to be sure you're there to swap your gear over before they close.... ...... Tesla. Make the call "I have a fault" (they diagnose OTA) "Yes, we can see the problem, it should be ok today.... how about 9:30 tomorrow?" . "I'll be on site at xxxxx" . "No problem the tech will meet you there" . Next morning, on site, you get the 9:00 call "I'll be there at 09:35 sorry I'm running late" (You laugh!) . Arrives with the part. Fits the part. Clears codes. Runs a diagnostic. Test drive. Phones you. You go to the vehicle, see the old part, get the report. It saved you ..... 2-3 hours? . THAT'S the big saving. . (As a Mobile tech, I spent a LOT of time in the first situation!)
So you haven't driven an electric vehicle for over 100,000 Miles to understand the reliability and sustainability of these type of vehicles. Just because something is new, doesn't mean it's better.
Cybertruck is my present to myself after 31 years of teaching. Retired this year. I can't wait! My goal is this is my first and last new vehicle. I live on a farm too. So this truck will get worked and played hard ❤. Thanks Sandy for excellent videos and amazing experienced opinions in our new electric car world. ** Update on this post. I also just put in a 29 kilowatt solar system. Mostly Solar-Powered Cybertruck here I come!
Good luck that piece of crap will break down in three years. You gonna ride around with your 10,000 pound vehicle that destroys the earth that is not green.
Good that you want to spend $100k and $12k a year to do what a $30k normsl truck can do. Tesla counts on people like you. Perhaps you should by 2 of them.
@@2020_Hyundai_Prophecy_Concept EPA ALWAYS tells the truth….. See how much of an EV can be recycled…. How are you charging it? Coal fired power plant or maybe get the tooth fairy to sprinkle some dust over it….. It takes 11 times more rare earth minerals to produce an EV over a comparable ICE vehicle……
Sometimes I giggle at those cars that sound like they're working so hard just to keep pace with me. Other times I just find it incredibly obnoxious how loud they must be. It really depends on my mood. But, at least for me, since owning an EV and feeling the acceleration, I've come to associate that small whine of an electric motor to give me the same sensation that I used to get out of loud v8 engines. Even while typing this comment, I hear through the music through my headphones a car outside slamming the accelerator down and making a whole bunch of noise. I'm wearing headphones over my ears, listening to music, in an incredibly well insulated office.... and I still must hear someone driving their car around? That just doesn't seem right. I don't understand the desire to be a part of everybody else's life by making so much noise.
@@Ac_Adapter Yep, agreed. My daily commuting appliance will be an EV, but my fun car will always be a loud H shift pure ICE (even though my EV is objectively faster than my fun car it has no soul).
Good luck here in Sweden: The trunk lid thingie will not open several months per year because of snow, ice and shit. And all kind of stuff will get trapped in the hidden chamber where it rolls up. And the door will not open because of snow, ice and shit. The rear camera will be blocked almost always during the winter. Visibility: Well, that thick A pillar is really in your way. It is obvious.
The doors will get stuck with ice and snow in half of America too. It’s just idiotic to not put a door handle on that thing. Musk is a moron who’s making cars only for California. That vault thing metal tonneau cover will also freeze in ice and snow. Astronomically expensive and the cheaper models will probably never make it to the market. This ugly thing will it cause Tesla to cede the pick up truck market to Ford etc.
The part when he got interrupted from the loud vehicle and went off about not having to listen to that sound anymore! I about died cause that’s EXACTLY something I would have said in that moment, imitating the loud sound and all 😅
Yep. People who fawn over car sounds seem primitive to me…and I’m a mechanical engineer. Better technology is better technology. I lump them in with people that still think diamonds have value.
@@diamond_h0us I’m also a mechanical engineer. I equate it to me going around the neighborhood blowing an amplified trombone. Sure, it’s fun to feel/hear the response to the throttle, but to everyone on the outside it’s just annoyance. And most that do you’ll notice drive around with windows rolled down so they can hear their car’s own farts.
I have a similar issue with my Y. I had to get used to the 3 mirrors as well. Each are limited in view but the repeaters are far better. I'm disappointed in the rear cameras are always dirty. Even more so when they go to it being the primary method of seeing behind.
Idk why but somehow the camera on my model y never gets dirty. Driving in rain and it still looks great. They must have found a great mounting spot. Probably harder on the CT
I live on a gravel road and I've never had the rear camera become obscured on my Model Y. I've had bugs sit on the door cameras a couple times in the summer but they generally fly away as the speed increases.
Actually that opening shot gave me a question, what happens to the mud that was on the bed cover when it rolls back in? Will water/mud on it cause issues?
I suppose the same as any bed cover on any truck? . If you think this might be a problem, don't buy the Rivian, horizontal and "clanky". . At least this one should have a degree of clearance from airflow, and in the case of snow, residual heat and the angle causing a natural slip....?
Boy oh boy. That needing to hit the turn signal to turn on a rear view camera is nearly a deal breaker. A camera based rear view mirror in the traditional location just makes sooo much more sense.
There's a few deal breakers for me but I will wait till more people have them and the reviews start rolling out before I make my decision to cancel my order or not.
He turned the indicator on to demonstrate the cleaner lens on one of the side cameras and how dirty the lens was on the rear view which appeared to be on as default.
Camping? I don’t remember there being any charging stations in the forest. If you’re towing a trailer, it will probably cut the range in half. I wonder how long it would take to charge off of a generator?
That rearview mirror delete really is becoming a bigger deal for me than I thought it was going to be. In the winter and in the rain the rearview camera is and always has been useless, and being forced to use that to see behind you is a safety concern. Hoping there's still going to be an option to add a rearview mirror.
Only as an aftermarket rear camera (maybe better protected from the elements) and additional screen system due to the tonneau cover. Otherwise, for a line of sight backwards, you would have to drive with tonneau cover all the way open, which increases consumption and reduces range. Or you would have to come up with a "perfectly transparent" material for the tonneau cover.
@@comerer999 A proper rear-view camera can be heated, sprayed upon with some washer fluid, or even wiped with some mechanism. So, there are chances that someone may come up with a camera with better bad-weather applicability. Regarding side-vew mirrors: some party will likely offer aftermarket side-view mirrors for Cybertruck making them way more useful at a slight expense of range.
@@comerer999 You need to use a different A.I, or give a different instruction (maybe not "loaded"?) "Intentionally sacrificing security...."? . Duh? . Try thinking critically for yourself.
Right off the bat the review mirror getting some hate and I know the front bumper camera has a washer but the back camera also needs one. And Sandy shitting on the super loud exhaust was funny :)
to judge a person is getting 'old' or not is based on whether he/she can still keep accepting/'earning new things, not the age. Sandy is so young in this definition. Some people however, are so 'old' even at much younger age
"I can't believe the visibility in this vehicle" as the camera pans to giant pillars and a blurred out rear view lol. I'm sure its still great though and they can add a spritzer or wiper for the rear cam.
Sandy, really, great visibility? The rearview camera was a fail in the rain, you said you couldn't see the side mirrors, and the massive A-pillar could block a semi. I like the Cybertruck, but you didn't help to quell my visibility concerns.
It's outright dangerous in any weather other than dry sunshine. I live in Canada where we get snow and the roads are sanded. Backup cameras are covered in grit and blacked out immediately. It's one thing to stop your vehicle and wipe your camera to park and something completely different when you can't see behind you at all when driving. Then you have the shelf right below the headlights where snow and slush build up to completely cover them. I don't know how this vehicle is allowed on the roads to be honest. Definitely not something I would trust to have my family in.
LOL! LOL! "Not quite ready for prime time" You nailed it their bub. And, also, ambulances have those loud AF sirens so you can hear them. But I have to admit, he's a cool Grandpop.
I'm a little leery about not having a rear view mirror except for the rear camera for the precise reason that we see here. Add to the fact that you only get the side mirror camera when you use a turn signal and... I dunno, it just seems like a LOT more systems that can fail down the road.
Check other Tesla vehicle. I think there's an option to have the display on all the time. Also it's a WARNING system. You will notice mor if the screen *changes* than if it's there all the time.
Yesterday I loaded my 2 dirt bikes into a trailer, hooked them up to my dual cab Ute and drove 450km (280miles) round trip to and from my riding spot. Will the cyber truck do that without any problems? If not, it’s no good to me.
Also see the review and discussion by Jason in the Hagerty CT test video and the follow up discussion on the Carmudgeon show. Both on UA-cam and very impressive. Jason said the OEMs are very far behind Tesla. He test drove it and talked to the engineers. There are several videos of the CT assembly line tour. Joe Tegtmeyer did a detailed video, "Cybertruck Delivery Event Video PART 2 Detailed and Narrated Cybertruck Production Line!"
@@rogerstarkey5390 I have plenty of stainless steel appliances and a countertop in the garage. I noticed the Cybertruck having the same dirt and grime built up on it after he rode it on the road in the rain. Stainless cleaner works great with grime but it can be quite a chore.
Spare Tires Matter Barely ever used, but when used can be a trip or even life saver. For an offroad possible vehicle it's a must. Having a way to carry one that does not impact storage space is key.
Okay, but who is going heavy offroading whilst also fully loaded with equipment? The only people packing their trucks to the max are tradesmen lol, and they aren't going off-roading in the mountains at the same time. Leave the spare at home if you're hauling stuff, take it with you if you're going out into the sticks. Easy.
Cool vehicle but, I think it's aimed towards the urban consumer who thinks they want a truck but, never uses it as a truck (probably 80% of truck owners). I'm curious if a contractor, farmer, fisherman or service type person would find this practical compared to traditional trucks. I'd love to see a video of the Cybertruck going down logging roads, hauling heavy equipment and being used as a truck.
That hepafilter cover is the nastiest looking piece of flimsy plastic, I imagin the clips snapping off one by one. Are all the van trim bits like this?
@@russianabel24 Because it's going to take probably 2-3 years to fill the American orders. I don't think Tesla will open up the market to Canada until the American orders are fulfilled.
You supposed to look at your blind spot and were you want to go. Looking at the screen to the right when going left is simply dangerous to others especially in a big car like this. But it’s cheaper and new so people like it without much thinking. Which is unfortunately a standard these days.
@@Tschacki_Quacki I think he means “it is bad because it is new”. There is no blind spot when the camera/mirror is forward enough. Japanese cars in the 60s and 70s proved that. It is all about nuscle memory and training. The rule to check blind spot comes from having a blind spot. I drive a van every day. I see everything in the mirrors, all the way forward to my side door. No blind spot.
Trunk lid doesn't libe up with body. Windshield wiper covers only about 40%, leaving most the view out the front to be *blind*. Body panels and whhrls attract and hold dirt badly- thus thing looks like it went through mud bogs and it only was driving on the freeway. Neat looking vehicle... as long as you don't try to use it.
I had mentioned my concern regarding the rear camera on another review. I suspected this because my existing trucks rear camera is affected by bad weather as well.
Honda Ridgelines have had a bed truck drain since 2006…but what’s better with the Ridgeline is that the tailgate will swing out of the way so you can get to the trunk and not throw your back out.
A hydrophobic coating on the rear camera lens would probably go a long way to keeping it free of water droplets, etc. Or as a temporary stop-gap you can probably rub some Rain-X on there.
Doesn’t cut all spotting. Dirt. Only makes it easier on freshly cleaned glass. Also would largely depend on windflow even if it’s a fresh application. I detail cars and use glass coatings. They aren’t the end all be all. You still have to wash a car weekly to get it pristine. You can always just rub it once in a While when in the parking lot
I am sure most cars have accessible filters or else what's the point of having them. The F150 lightning has its cabin filter right behind the glove box. It's arguably easier there, just press 2 tabs in and the glove box door comes off and its right there.
Sandy, what happens if you get into an accident and the pyro fuse blows? How exactly are the EMTs going to open the driver's door without a handle so they can get you and your passengers out before the batteries possibly start to smolder?
@@inciwillard991Yes, but electrically disengaging the battery does not prevent it from burning if it gets damaged enough. But even if the battery is fine, there's still no door handle on the outside. I guess the EMTs can break the window and open it from the inside. Good thing the glass is breakable. 😁
@richarda3659 The difference between this and ICE? By the time the EMTs reach the ICE vehicle, the fuel has caught and it's a.... Barbeque. This is just "smouldering" with one or two cells venting downwards. . Just btw, to correct your limited understanding.... The "pyro fuse" is associated with the main traction battery. The door system is controlled by the 48v battery, separate..... Just like the low voltage system in an ICE vehicle. . Nice try. (Actually, quite a poor attempt)
@@rogerstarkey5390You're quite a case. I really was asking an honest question out of concern. I am a shareholder and have a lot of respect for Tesla, and family members own one. I resent all the "shoot first, ask questions later" people who crawl around here. It's interesting, however, that the 48V system remains active even if the primary battery becomes disconnected. Any confirmation on this from a non-starkey person out there?
Work. Work two jobs. Work three jobs. Save money. Turn off your cell phone. Stop buying crap. And firstly stop using excuses. If you couldn’t say “I can’t”. And only could say “how can I”. Your life would change and you’d be sitting in a CT
its MORE Affordable than you think. 80% less Maintenace than ANY ICE/Hybrid vehicle in PRODUCTION. can FULLY charge @ home from $1/day. ZERO $ is SOLAR & Powerwalls. Motors last LIFE of Vehicle, Battery pack lasts 1.5+ million miles. LOWER cost per Mile than ANY Production truck. SAVE more than $5,000 on FUEL.
Yes, get in line. After they fulfill the million and half of orders in front of you, the price would have come down by then, just like the model S and X and 3.
@Munrolive or other truck users / designers Can ypu please comment on lack of grab handles on tesla vehicles and cybertruck in particular. Grab handles are useful whem getting in-out and also when riding in rough terrain. what do passengers hold onto ?
Well, for $70K+ truck that has actual driving range around 250 miles w/o load. I can't imagine the “loaded” mileage. Maybe 180 miles or 100 miles when hauling RV? I think it's made for racing on track and not for any practical use. Cold weather area cyber trucks can be beaten by golf carts in terms of driving range.. haha.
I can only think of one improvement… The ability to add a range extender in the sub trunk under the bed. Either in addition to or instead of their existing one. This would add a lot of versatility.
@@paulrybarczyk5013 Would have been a better option for the towing buyers. But if you are towing, you typically do not need bed space. Really towing. And I do not think I would ever buy the CT for towing. That is where I buy a dually. Nobody should be towing more than 5-6k pounds without a dually ideally but sometimes that is not possible. I fear for these people on the highway with a sagging F250 barely able to keep 8k pounds stable. I think there is a disconnect between 'pulling' and 'towing' in America. You need 4 wheels in the rear to have a stable tow vehicle. Period.
@@ICEV I see your point, but I was suggesting it should be possible to have either one or two range extenders, And the latter would be for max distance. Also, the self-leveling and stability controls of Tesla‘s truck should be vastly better than most of what’s on the market today. I’m looking forward to those tests.
It sure is smaller than I thought. This and the Honda ridgeline, Ford maverick, etc. They should all have a different name than a "truck". It's not really a pickup. In Australia they call them a UTE; which is a terrible name IMO.. but We should definitely call them something else. Some one was clever enough to name the "crossover" --- and these non-trucks need a new name also.
@@tchlin It has a 6.5ft and 8ft bed option.. Just like every other truck.. But I think it's wider... It still belongs in the "unibody" category; and should have a different name than "truck"
No door handles is one of my main complaints with that sort of vehicle. How do you open a door in a cold climate when the door freezes shut if you don't have something to get a firm grip on?
The door popper can break 1 inch of ice. Tested. Of course, IF you have MORE ice than that, you can literally "hit it with a hammer" or a rock, or an ice axe, to crack the ice. (Not sure where you would be to encounter that situation)
@@rogerstarkey5390 I am not talking about freezing rain. What I am talking about is the situation where it is not that cold, say 20F, and sun on the car melts snow. The water runs into the gaps between panels and freezes when the sun goes behind a cloud or at sunset. You end up with a frozen door that needs a good yank to open. Without a handle you will have to pry the door open if you have something suitable, which you generally won't have available. Also prying a frozen door open will leave a mark.
@@StormyDogIll never buy an EV, I love making noise, im making my car even loader to spite the EV people. If I can't have a gasoline powered car with a manual transmission, I would rather not even be alive. I am only 28, but even if I live to 82, I won't give it up.
- [01:07] 🚗 Initial Impressions of Cybertruck Interior - Initial impressions of the Cybertruck's interior and handling. - Not ready for Prime Time vehicle, but enough features for a test drive: - Unique interior setup: Rearview mirror replaced by a camera. - Handling and maneuverability on par, though adjustment needed for tight turning radius. - Unprecedented visibility, minimal blind spots, especially in forward and sideways views. - [03:22] 🧳 Cybertruck Features: Frunk, Air Filtration, Storage - Exploring Cybertruck features and storage compartments. - Frunk size comparisons with other vehicles like F-150, suitable for specific uses. - Notable features: Convenient access to HEPA filter for improved air quality. - Utility in storing items and using space creatively, like turning it into an ice chest. - Commentary on windshield washer fluid and additional storage areas. - [05:30] 🚪 Unique Design Elements: Door Handles, Interior Space - Discussion on unique design elements and interior space of the Cybertruck. - Emphasis on door handle design and aerodynamic benefits: - Positive comments on door handle absence, enhancing aerodynamics. - Observations on the clean and functional layout of the front and rear seats. - Remarkable interior space, especially in the back seat, ample headroom. - [07:09] 🔍 Evaluation of Panel Gaps and Consistency - Assessment of panel gaps and consistency in the Cybertruck. - Explaining the importance of gap consistency, especially in an off-road vehicle: - Calibration of panel gaps for an off-road vehicle like the Cybertruck. - Emphasizing the consistency and alignment of gaps across the vehicle. - Positive remarks on the build quality and consistent gap measurements. - [08:27] 🤔 Overall Impressions and Usage Scenario - Final thoughts on the Cybertruck and its potential utility. - Personal opinions on Cybertruck's target usage and competition: - Favorable opinions on Cybertruck as an ideal vehicle for outdoor activities. - Speculation on competitors and market positioning against other brands/models. - Personal endorsement of Cybertruck for specific outdoor uses.
I'd like to hear from a Tesla insider or Elon why originally announced features were removed and if they may be incorporated in the future: solar tonneau cover, direct solar charging, integrated pneumatic air, integrated tailgate ramp, center front seat, bed access from the cabin, boat mode, etc. What were some of the original ideas in leu of a windshield wiper and why didn't they work out? Why was the original range estimate for top spec 500 miles and why wasn't that possible? Did they expect a new battery technology with higher capacity to replace what they have now and what is the holdup? Also, why are the approach and departure angles so different from the prototype - is it to accommodate additional batteries?
One word: hard Things do not magically happen, they have to be engineered by incredibly smart people over many many many years. And quite often these problems prove much harder than originally expected.
When you made the animated noise from the ambulance I fell out laughing 🤣🤣 l. Excellent review. When my lease is up on my Model S, I plan on getting the cybertruck!
I think they’ve decided against using spare tires because the percentage of people who actually use them is vanishingly small. I suppose you could always mount on in the bed or even on the door.
@@bkinstlerIt's not so much about them including a spare tire, as it is about having enough dedicated space for one that it doesn't take up usable space in the bed like most trucks and off-road vehicles. Anyone who tows things or goes off-road a lot, something trucks are meant for, needs easy access to a spare tire, preferably in a way that doesn't require a person to unload everything in the bed just to get to it.
Agreed I used to love the noise….bought newer and newer vehicles and the came with more HP and Torque….and we’re also always quieter. Now you have even more HP and Torque and you can almost say silence.
Sandy demonstrating the access to the HEPA filter and even on someone’s purchased truck at the after party makes me feel like he helped with the design of it’s placement in some way being so comfortable with it and demonstrating it multiple times. Just a hunch. I do always love your intuition for good design Sandy.
Finally, Tesla found its way back to a normal size cabin air filter. I mean, it's a monstrous truck, but the cabin air filter size is back to normal. And they keep the claim on HEPA property of the filter. I never had any clue, why they included that monstrously large cabin air filter in Model S/X, then some newer Model Y. BTW: Did not Sandy see the three or five (!) screws = fasteners that hold the lid of the cabin air filter box? Fasteners used to mend him a lot.
It's funny that nearly everyone says "it steers excellent for a giant land boat!" ...but the CT is shorter than an F-150. 🤯 I reckon that perception is power...
@@SlayerBG93 I understand that... but nobody says "This F-150 is a land boat that I can barely navigate around a parking lot." It' a regular sized truck.
@@MikeHewitt I understand that... but nobody says "This F-150 is a land boat that I can barely navigate around a parking lot." It's a regular sized truck...
Yes I'm looking forward to NO NOISE. (And haters - please don't rant that EVs are too quiet at low speeds; they aren't and that comment is aging about as well as hydrogen cars.)
elon is a god. For the blind, He is vision. For the hungry, He is the chef. For the thirsty, He is water. If Elon thinks, I agree. If Elon speaks, I’m listening. If Elon has one fan, it is me. If Elon has no fans, I do not exist.
It is a shame we have confirmation at this point it won't compete with the Lightning. Ford is just better at knowing what people who do truck stuff need. The CT is cool, but I don't foresee myself buying one due to it's lackluster design.
My Black Stainless steel sinks get this mold on it all the time. No matter how often I clean it. It just takes a day. So, will this stainless steel body grow the same thing inside the panels that collect water or moisture?
@@markplott4820 what does that have to do with rear wheel steering being nice to have? Also, the EQS is a great car, very aerodynamic and we get 350 miles of range or more.
@@markplott4820 The EQS is the first EQ model that is based on the technical platform specific to the electric models, called the MEA.[9][10] Its automobile drag coefficient is as low as 0.20, making it the most aerodynamic car in production at the time of its introduction.[11][12]
Sandy, I thought you were going to stop saying “at the end of the day”. In other news, any chance you can get and release a copy of Tesla’s “How to Design a 48V Vehicle” document? Us engineers would love to see how it all works.
I never even thought about gaps until I heard about them on one of your videos. I went out and checked my Ford Fiesta and the gaps were huge and very inconsistent... Still, they don't bother me. The one thing about the CT that I will pay attention to when mine comes ... is the gaps at the front corners... Sometimes when I am in the woods, I will brush against trees and I wonder if I will catch any limbs in the cracks which face the front.
but that is an econobox...it is to be expected for the price....this truck is a luxury, so it is unacceptable P.S. I would rather have a Ford Fiesta ST than a Tesla Cybertruck. (not saying you have an ST, but an ST is the model I would want)
How about the 1/2" drop from the side panel to the tail gate on the left rear, and the triangle gap between the front grill panel and the right side panel. Did you see the video of the crooked alignments on the black wrapped CT at the show? This does not look like a $100K vehicle.
Curious why people think this will not function as a true pickup truck? It has a 6ft bed, it can tow, has onboard power for tools no gas generator required on job site.
it depends on how each individual defines and uses a truck. I have a 67Chev I use for hauling gravel, firewood, etc and can have a backhoe operator dump into the bed without any fear of damaging tonneau cover rails or controls, etc. I also have easy over the side access to any part of the bed for loading or unloading anything. For that use case I wouldn't want a CT. My brother has a Tacoma that he's very protective of the paint on and uses it largely for towing his boat and other trailers short distance..in that case the CT would be a suitable substitute. My uncles and cousins use their full size trucks to move lobster traps CT wouldnt be great for that use. I think truck is such a variable category that saying any one vehicle can be good in all situations of a bit of folly.
It's harder to load from the side, but the bed is more protected. It has a lot of overlaps with SUVs while being able to do truck things. Personally I view this as some sort of hybrid
@@Martinmack333 Concerning side access to the bed, you can tap the screen before you get out and the whole truck lowers by 4". It might make a lot more of the bed pretty accessible. Btw, I spent half an hour trying to find the height of the top of the tailgate from the ground for both the CT and F-150, in order to get a baseline for the CT side height, and could find neither! So weird.
35 years a contractor and maintenance, gas, reliability are of the upmost importance!….I’ve owned virtually every truck out there and the cybertruck would be my choice without a doubt..not to mention no more smog checks…AND…I’d only have needed 1 truck…I’d of saved a fortune over the years…I’m now retired and I’m still getting one…
Finally, a truck guy with a well thought out response. I mean that as a compliment.
No more
"Hi, I need to book my truck in.... Tomorrow.... No, next Tuesday isn't good!"
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Then having to drop it off, explain the problem, find out they don't have the loaner, "negotiate" a vehicle, empty tools, try to fit them in the one they give you, (minus the tool / part you never use, but WILL need today!)
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Then you arrive at the job late, and get "the phone call" at 2pm saying they just started and found "another fault" needing a part they (a main dealer) don't have... And it's more money... Can they have the vehicle in 2 days when it arrives?
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Or if they do fix it, you have to leave at 3:30 to be sure you're there to swap your gear over before they close....
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Tesla.
Make the call
"I have a fault" (they diagnose OTA)
"Yes, we can see the problem, it should be ok today.... how about 9:30 tomorrow?"
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"I'll be on site at xxxxx"
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"No problem the tech will meet you there"
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Next morning, on site, you get the 9:00 call
"I'll be there at 09:35 sorry I'm running late"
(You laugh!)
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Arrives with the part.
Fits the part.
Clears codes.
Runs a diagnostic.
Test drive.
Phones you.
You go to the vehicle, see the old part, get the report.
It saved you ..... 2-3 hours?
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THAT'S the big saving.
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(As a Mobile tech, I spent a LOT of time in the first situation!)
So you haven't driven an electric vehicle for over 100,000 Miles to understand the reliability and sustainability of these type of vehicles.
Just because something is new, doesn't mean it's better.
Hey for us contractors / tradie guys we could absolutely utilize the 9kw power out feature. It's so perfect.
If you have a collision the repairs will be huge. Theres no body panels.
"I have no blindspots, great visibility"
Cameraman focusing on those ghastly double A pillars 😂 nicely done mr. cameraman
Also at 1:38 the "I don't like that, I can't see out of the rear view mirror" comment
I love how Sandy just casually take things apart and put back.
This may be the only time we've seen him put something back together!
Outside of the glossy neon-lit stage, this thing looks like a home built kit-car.
Yeah, you see a lot of kit-cars made out stainless steel. The list is endless 1. Cyber Truck
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...I'll let you fill this in@@YarraMates
I’m a simple man. I see Munro and Cybertruck and I watch.
Cybertruck is my present to myself after 31 years of teaching. Retired this year. I can't wait! My goal is this is my first and last new vehicle. I live on a farm too. So this truck will get worked and played hard ❤.
Thanks Sandy for excellent videos and amazing experienced opinions in our new electric car world.
** Update on this post. I also just put in a 29 kilowatt solar system. Mostly Solar-Powered Cybertruck here I come!
Good luck that piece of crap will break down in three years. You gonna ride around with your 10,000 pound vehicle that destroys the earth that is not green.
Good that you want to spend $100k and $12k a year to do what a $30k normsl truck can do. Tesla counts on people like you. Perhaps you should by 2 of them.
No, just keep your same car change the oil and maintain it and keep driving it for 20 years that’s how you save the environment
And everything you use your Patagonia clothes everything in your house is made with petroleum products, my friend
@@2020_Hyundai_Prophecy_Concept
EPA ALWAYS tells the truth…..
See how much of an EV can be recycled….
How are you charging it? Coal fired power plant or maybe get the tooth fairy to sprinkle some dust over it…..
It takes 11 times more rare earth minerals to produce an EV over a comparable ICE vehicle……
Sandy, I am with you on getting rid of the noise. It's right up there with the emissions as far as I am concerned.
Sometimes I giggle at those cars that sound like they're working so hard just to keep pace with me. Other times I just find it incredibly obnoxious how loud they must be. It really depends on my mood. But, at least for me, since owning an EV and feeling the acceleration, I've come to associate that small whine of an electric motor to give me the same sensation that I used to get out of loud v8 engines.
Even while typing this comment, I hear through the music through my headphones a car outside slamming the accelerator down and making a whole bunch of noise. I'm wearing headphones over my ears, listening to music, in an incredibly well insulated office.... and I still must hear someone driving their car around? That just doesn't seem right. I don't understand the desire to be a part of everybody else's life by making so much noise.
@@ColrathDA-fucking-MEN!!!!!! 🙏🏻
On speeds of 50+ kmph well majority of noise comes from tires, not engine.
@@alexeysamokhin9629 I think the aerodynamics of a brick also cause acoustic noise.
@@Ac_Adapter Yep, agreed. My daily commuting appliance will be an EV, but my fun car will always be a loud H shift pure ICE (even though my EV is objectively faster than my fun car it has no soul).
Good luck here in Sweden:
The trunk lid thingie will not open several months per year because of snow, ice and shit. And all kind of stuff will get trapped in the hidden chamber where it rolls up. And the door will not open because of snow, ice and shit. The rear camera will be blocked almost always during the winter.
Visibility: Well, that thick A pillar is really in your way. It is obvious.
The doors will get stuck with ice and snow in half of America too. It’s just idiotic to not put a door handle on that thing. Musk is a moron who’s making cars only for California.
That vault thing metal tonneau cover will also freeze in ice and snow.
Astronomically expensive and the cheaper models will probably never make it to the market. This ugly thing will it cause Tesla to cede the pick up truck market to Ford etc.
The part when he got interrupted from the loud vehicle and went off about not having to listen to that sound anymore! I about died cause that’s EXACTLY something I would have said in that moment, imitating the loud sound and all 😅
Yep. People who fawn over car sounds seem primitive to me…and I’m a mechanical engineer. Better technology is better technology. I lump them in with people that still think diamonds have value.
@@diamond_h0us I’m also a mechanical engineer. I equate it to me going around the neighborhood blowing an amplified trombone. Sure, it’s fun to feel/hear the response to the throttle, but to everyone on the outside it’s just annoyance. And most that do you’ll notice drive around with windows rolled down so they can hear their car’s own farts.
So early that I haven't even heard Sandy rant about the lack of competition and the incompetence of dinosaur OEMs.
Sandy bent over and took the money up the jacksie.
Damn😂😂
Now he is praising Elec. over gas, he has really changed his tune !!
That thing is plain homely and will not be a huge seller !
@@bextar6365Can't wait to see you eat crow.
@@bextar6365homely is not the right adjective for this beast.
You need a battery that takes up payload and space in the bed to get anywhere close to advertised range. Tipping the scales over 8,000 lbs.
Love it, that impression of the ICE car exhaust sound
Just placed an order for a Cybertruck Founders Edition after watching this video!
Smart.
(Install a bed slide-out! 😉👍🖖)
@@rogerstarkey5390 I don't need one but thank you! Hopefully one day you can afford one 😊
Keeping camera lenses clean is something that Tesla needs to address.
Immediately, if not sooner.
Yeah, keeping my reading glasses clean is something lens makers need to address.
Correct me if I’m wrong but I believe the crybertruck has a feature which allows you to squirt water over the lens to clean it. Same as BMW has
@@2Timothy2.15 I can wipe my glasses as fast as I can wipe my nose. How fast can you wipe a non reachable (while driving) mirror?
@@LiveMedia123 wrong. Not a feature and on a BMW you can spray headlights only
When the camera panned up to the roof glass, it looked like a flock of flying cows hit the cybertruck hard. 😂
3:35 😂
I have a similar issue with my Y. I had to get used to the 3 mirrors as well. Each are limited in view but the repeaters are far better. I'm disappointed in the rear cameras are always dirty. Even more so when they go to it being the primary method of seeing behind.
Idk why but somehow the camera on my model y never gets dirty. Driving in rain and it still looks great. They must have found a great mounting spot. Probably harder on the CT
I can only think of a few cases when the camera was obscured, and a turn or acceleration would easily clear the few drops of water
Side cameras are great. Rear is a mucky mess
I live on a gravel road and I've never had the rear camera become obscured on my Model Y. I've had bugs sit on the door cameras a couple times in the summer but they generally fly away as the speed increases.
Some folks live to complain. You must be one.
I too am looking forward to the no noise days.
Actually that opening shot gave me a question, what happens to the mud that was on the bed cover when it rolls back in? Will water/mud on it cause issues?
I suppose the same as any bed cover on any truck?
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If you think this might be a problem, don't buy the Rivian, horizontal and "clanky".
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At least this one should have a degree of clearance from airflow, and in the case of snow, residual heat and the angle causing a natural slip....?
Boy oh boy. That needing to hit the turn signal to turn on a rear view camera is nearly a deal breaker. A camera based rear view mirror in the traditional location just makes sooo much more sense.
There's a few deal breakers for me but I will wait till more people have them and the reviews start rolling out before I make my decision to cancel my order or not.
He turned the indicator on to demonstrate the cleaner lens on one of the side cameras and how dirty the lens was on the rear view which appeared to be on as default.
Camping? I don’t remember there being any charging stations in the forest. If you’re towing a trailer, it will probably cut the range in half. I wonder how long it would take to charge off of a generator?
That rearview mirror delete really is becoming a bigger deal for me than I thought it was going to be. In the winter and in the rain the rearview camera is and always has been useless, and being forced to use that to see behind you is a safety concern. Hoping there's still going to be an option to add a rearview mirror.
Only as an aftermarket rear camera (maybe better protected from the elements) and additional screen system due to the tonneau cover. Otherwise, for a line of sight backwards, you would have to drive with tonneau cover all the way open, which increases consumption and reduces range. Or you would have to come up with a "perfectly transparent" material for the tonneau cover.
@@comerer999 A proper rear-view camera can be heated, sprayed upon with some washer fluid, or even wiped with some mechanism. So, there are chances that someone may come up with a camera with better bad-weather applicability. Regarding side-vew mirrors: some party will likely offer aftermarket side-view mirrors for Cybertruck making them way more useful at a slight expense of range.
It's a "21st century problem"
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Ever driven a Sprinter style van? Without a camera?
@@comerer999
You need to use a different A.I, or give a different instruction (maybe not "loaded"?)
"Intentionally sacrificing security...."?
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Duh?
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Try thinking critically for yourself.
@@rogerstarkey5390 Go ahead Roger, tell us all how back in your day you reversed sprinter vans into the tightest of spaces blindfolded!
Thank you Mr. Munro!
You are very welcome!
I am switching from Jeep Wrangler to Cybertruck. Moab will be one of the first places I go.
Tip.
Twin motor.
Front and rear locking diffs (Ref Kyle @ Out of Spec podcast "CT Drivetrain" episode)
@@rogerstarkey5390 It’s on my watch list.
Right off the bat the review mirror getting some hate and I know the front bumper camera has a washer but the back camera also needs one. And Sandy shitting on the super loud exhaust was funny :)
PTFE liquid to coat the Lens.
Uncle Sandy’s driving is absolutely classic 😂 Thank you
CLASSIC RUBBISH
A technological marvel that solves absolutely nothing. The Tesla 2 and the Bolt are what we need, not 8000 pound tech parade floats.
Surely the tech solved here - drive by wire, 48v wiring - will find its way into all future vehicles.
to judge a person is getting 'old' or not is based on whether he/she can still keep accepting/'earning new things, not the age. Sandy is so young in this definition. Some people however, are so 'old' even at much younger age
Well said
(66, learning EVERY day)
"I can't believe the visibility in this vehicle" as the camera pans to giant pillars and a blurred out rear view lol. I'm sure its still great though and they can add a spritzer or wiper for the rear cam.
Yeaaa Sandy! Get rid of the noise!! That aspect of the process doesn't usually get mentioned but yesss! No more adolescents with glasspacks.
“Only marking of the cybertruck” he says after literally pulling a giant panel emblazoned with “Cybertruck” 2 seconds ago
I know.
& on the steering wheel 😆
Does Sandy have a green bandage on his finger from slicing it open on one of the many sharp edges on the Cybertruck?
Sandy, really, great visibility? The rearview camera was a fail in the rain, you said you couldn't see the side mirrors, and the massive A-pillar could block a semi. I like the Cybertruck, but you didn't help to quell my visibility concerns.
It's outright dangerous in any weather other than dry sunshine. I live in Canada where we get snow and the roads are sanded. Backup cameras are covered in grit and blacked out immediately. It's one thing to stop your vehicle and wipe your camera to park and something completely different when you can't see behind you at all when driving. Then you have the shelf right below the headlights where snow and slush build up to completely cover them. I don't know how this vehicle is allowed on the roads to be honest. Definitely not something I would trust to have my family in.
LOL! LOL! "Not quite ready for prime time" You nailed it their bub. And, also, ambulances have those loud AF sirens so you can hear them. But I have to admit, he's a cool Grandpop.
I hate it when vehicles have screens that are attached to the dash like a wall mount. I'd much rather have the screen mounted into the dash.
Me too.
Then the screen will be too far below your line of sight
I'm a little leery about not having a rear view mirror except for the rear camera for the precise reason that we see here. Add to the fact that you only get the side mirror camera when you use a turn signal and... I dunno, it just seems like a LOT more systems that can fail down the road.
Check other Tesla vehicle.
I think there's an option to have the display on all the time.
Also it's a WARNING system.
You will notice mor if the screen *changes* than if it's there all the time.
They should have made a dual hinge lift gate like the Honda Ridgeline for easier access to the bed storage compartment.
Yesterday I loaded my 2 dirt bikes into a trailer, hooked them up to my dual cab Ute and drove 450km (280miles) round trip to and from my riding spot.
Will the cyber truck do that without any problems?
If not, it’s no good to me.
Love the channel. This is the real deal for car enthusiasts and engineers alike!
Also see the review and discussion by Jason in the Hagerty CT test video and the follow up discussion on the Carmudgeon show. Both on UA-cam and very impressive. Jason said the OEMs are very far behind Tesla. He test drove it and talked to the engineers. There are several videos of the CT assembly line tour. Joe Tegtmeyer did a detailed video, "Cybertruck Delivery Event Video PART 2 Detailed and Narrated Cybertruck Production Line!"
Ooooh. Yes it is. Sooooooo exciting.
Its not a vehicle we need but I love the design and everything about it 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
I cannot wait for the tear down!
I'm already seeing that keeping the Cybertruck clean is going to be a challenge.
Why?
@@rogerstarkey5390 I have plenty of stainless steel appliances and a countertop in the garage. I noticed the Cybertruck having the same dirt and grime built up on it after he rode it on the road in the rain. Stainless cleaner works great with grime but it can be quite a chore.
Spare Tires Matter
Barely ever used, but when used can be a trip or even life saver. For an offroad possible vehicle it's a must. Having a way to carry one that does not impact storage space is key.
agreed
Okay, but who is going heavy offroading whilst also fully loaded with equipment?
The only people packing their trucks to the max are tradesmen lol, and they aren't going off-roading in the mountains at the same time.
Leave the spare at home if you're hauling stuff, take it with you if you're going out into the sticks. Easy.
A "Showponys" dream car.
Cool vehicle but, I think it's aimed towards the urban consumer who thinks they want a truck but, never uses it as a truck (probably 80% of truck owners). I'm curious if a contractor, farmer, fisherman or service type person would find this practical compared to traditional trucks. I'd love to see a video of the Cybertruck going down logging roads, hauling heavy equipment and being used as a truck.
That hepafilter cover is the nastiest looking piece of flimsy plastic, I imagin the clips snapping off one by one. Are all the van trim bits like this?
One day soon I’ll have one of these when they come to Canada
Soon?
@@jdmather5755 yes
We're not going to see these in Canada for years yet.
@@kovacs88 what makes you think that?
@@russianabel24 Because it's going to take probably 2-3 years to fill the American orders. I don't think Tesla will open up the market to Canada until the American orders are fulfilled.
Are those plastic bin-lids on the wheels?
They get them from RubberMaid
I really like that they’ve changed to a wide video feedback for the side cameras.
You supposed to look at your blind spot and were you want to go. Looking at the screen to the right when going left is simply dangerous to others especially in a big car like this. But it’s cheaper and new so people like it without much thinking. Which is unfortunately a standard these days.
If the door mirrors are removed there should be similar sized screens inside the door. Drivers muscle memory makes that extremely important.
@@10secondsrule So you think when people see another vehicle in the camera feed, they would still proceed and crash into it?
10/10 logic
@@Tschacki_Quacki I think he means “it is bad because it is new”. There is no blind spot when the camera/mirror is forward enough. Japanese cars in the 60s and 70s proved that. It is all about nuscle memory and training. The rule to check blind spot comes from having a blind spot. I drive a van every day. I see everything in the mirrors, all the way forward to my side door. No blind spot.
Trunk lid doesn't libe up with body. Windshield wiper covers only about 40%, leaving most the view out the front to be *blind*. Body panels and whhrls attract and hold dirt badly- thus thing looks like it went through mud bogs and it only was driving on the freeway.
Neat looking vehicle... as long as you don't try to use it.
I had mentioned my concern regarding the rear camera on another review. I suspected this because my existing trucks rear camera is affected by bad weather as well.
Honda Ridgelines have had a bed truck drain since 2006…but what’s better with the Ridgeline is that the tailgate will swing out of the way so you can get to the trunk and not throw your back out.
A hydrophobic coating on the rear camera lens would probably go a long way to keeping it free of water droplets, etc. Or as a temporary stop-gap you can probably rub some Rain-X on there.
next time u apple ceramic coating use some on it good idea
Doesn’t cut all spotting. Dirt. Only makes it easier on freshly cleaned glass.
Also would largely depend on windflow even if it’s a fresh application.
I detail cars and use glass coatings. They aren’t the end all be all. You still have to wash a car weekly to get it pristine.
You can always just rub it once in a While when in the parking lot
Should it already come with some sort of washer, from factory !!!!
@@mixalis6168 front camera has a spray...maybe we need all the cameras to "blink" to clear the lens
That is an excellent idea. 👍🏾
I like the hepa filter being accessible!
I am sure most cars have accessible filters or else what's the point of having them. The F150 lightning has its cabin filter right behind the glove box. It's arguably easier there, just press 2 tabs in and the glove box door comes off and its right there.
First? This is about the third time he’s given his first impressions. 😂😂
gotta milk the views
Got to milk the comments
Sandy, what happens if you get into an accident and the pyro fuse blows? How exactly are the EMTs going to open the driver's door without a handle so they can get you and your passengers out before the batteries possibly start to smolder?
In case of an accident, batteries disengages to prevent fire.
@@inciwillard991Yes, but electrically disengaging the battery does not prevent it from burning if it gets damaged enough. But even if the battery is fine, there's still no door handle on the outside. I guess the EMTs can break the window and open it from the inside. Good thing the glass is breakable. 😁
@richarda3659
The difference between this and ICE?
By the time the EMTs reach the ICE vehicle, the fuel has caught and it's a.... Barbeque.
This is just "smouldering" with one or two cells venting downwards.
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Just btw, to correct your limited understanding....
The "pyro fuse" is associated with the main traction battery.
The door system is controlled by the 48v battery, separate..... Just like the low voltage system in an ICE vehicle.
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Nice try.
(Actually, quite a poor attempt)
@@rogerstarkey5390You're quite a case. I really was asking an honest question out of concern. I am a shareholder and have a lot of respect for Tesla, and family members own one. I resent all the "shoot first, ask questions later" people who crawl around here. It's interesting, however, that the 48V system remains active even if the primary battery becomes disconnected. Any confirmation on this from a non-starkey person out there?
I wish I could afford this truck. I like the look of it, exterior and interior. Its minimalistic functionality over aesthetics appeals to me.
Worth getting in line for, price likely will come down in a few years. But it will take a few years to get one.
Work. Work two jobs. Work three jobs. Save money. Turn off your cell phone. Stop buying crap. And firstly stop using excuses.
If you couldn’t say “I can’t”. And only could say “how can I”. Your life would change and you’d be sitting in a CT
@@ssing7113are you a CEO or a motivational speaker?
its MORE Affordable than you think.
80% less Maintenace than ANY ICE/Hybrid vehicle in PRODUCTION.
can FULLY charge @ home from $1/day. ZERO $ is SOLAR & Powerwalls.
Motors last LIFE of Vehicle, Battery pack lasts 1.5+ million miles.
LOWER cost per Mile than ANY Production truck.
SAVE more than $5,000 on FUEL.
Yes, get in line. After they fulfill the million and half of orders in front of you, the price would have come down by then, just like the model S and X and 3.
Only, the tailgate is drooping 1/4” on the left side. Maybe his panel gap measuring device isn’t calibrated as well as he thinks.
Less fanboyish, more balanced, than I expected.
@Munrolive or other truck users / designers
Can ypu please comment on lack of grab handles on tesla vehicles and cybertruck in particular.
Grab handles are useful whem getting in-out and also when riding in rough terrain. what do passengers hold onto ?
Agreed... I wish I had them on my Tesla car.
Thanks for the walk through. Can't wait until you're able to treat one apart! ❤
I think we're all waiting anxiously!
Sorry, its impossible, it's indestructible.
I like it, but are you going to go outback without a spare tyre? & If you go buy one, where do you store it where it doesn't take up precious space?
Well, for $70K+ truck that has actual driving range around 250 miles w/o load. I can't imagine the “loaded” mileage. Maybe 180 miles or 100 miles when hauling RV? I think it's made for racing on track and not for any practical use. Cold weather area cyber trucks can be beaten by golf carts in terms of driving range.. haha.
It’s a truck for sure! I love it!
Definitely agree about the street noise! Can’t wait to get one!
I love quiet and fast.
If my dog was that ugly, I'd shave it's ass and teach it to walk backwards
Dont have a collision. There no body panels and repair costs will be big.
@@555atU that's why you have insurance on your cars.
@thomas4842 Gee, I wonder how much in$urance will co$t on this bea$t?
Great stuff, thanks. Syd Mead is smiling
Another product from Tesla that slapped the auto industry clean in the face. Never underestimate Tesla and Elon Musk.
I can only think of one improvement… The ability to add a range extender in the sub trunk under the bed. Either in addition to or instead of their existing one. This would add a lot of versatility.
It's the equivalent of the nurse snapping on the glove and saying "bend over.... This won't hurt"
@@paulrybarczyk5013 Would have been a better option for the towing buyers. But if you are towing, you typically do not need bed space. Really towing. And I do not think I would ever buy the CT for towing. That is where I buy a dually. Nobody should be towing more than 5-6k pounds without a dually ideally but sometimes that is not possible. I fear for these people on the highway with a sagging F250 barely able to keep 8k pounds stable. I think there is a disconnect between 'pulling' and 'towing' in America. You need 4 wheels in the rear to have a stable tow vehicle. Period.
@@ICEV I see your point, but I was suggesting it should be possible to have either one or two range extenders, And the latter would be for max distance. Also, the self-leveling and stability controls of Tesla‘s truck should be vastly better than most of what’s on the market today. I’m looking forward to those tests.
Ah. Yes. I agree. @@paulrybarczyk5013
Will it come with an actual rear view mirror / camera? I ‘m not sold on just having a display in the screen.
Sandy, one again your pure honesty shines bright! this was FAB
.....CYBERTRUCKS ARE GO!
Thunderbird 2 has arrived...
You Americans... the first thing Sandy thought when he opened the frunk "yeah, this is a good place for guns!" 😂😂😂
Ever hear of shooting brakes?
It sure is smaller than I thought. This and the Honda ridgeline, Ford maverick, etc. They should all have a different name than a "truck".
It's not really a pickup. In Australia they call them a UTE; which is a terrible name IMO.. but We should definitely call them something else. Some one was clever enough to name the "crossover" --- and these non-trucks need a new name also.
It's bed is bigger than most pickup trucks.
@@tchlin It has a 6.5ft and 8ft bed option.. Just like every other truck.. But I think it's wider... It still belongs in the "unibody" category; and should have a different name than "truck"
Great job people at Munro and associates!
Amen Sandy.
Goodbye noise, goodbye fumes, goodbye fossil fuels (long term) and hello Cyber future!!!!
Sounds like a Supertramp song?
(If you know, you know)
No door handles is one of my main complaints with that sort of vehicle. How do you open a door in a cold climate when the door freezes shut if you don't have something to get a firm grip on?
The door popper can break 1 inch of ice.
Tested.
Of course, IF you have MORE ice than that, you can literally "hit it with a hammer" or a rock, or an ice axe, to crack the ice.
(Not sure where you would be to encounter that situation)
@@rogerstarkey5390 I am not talking about freezing rain. What I am talking about is the situation where it is not that cold, say 20F, and sun on the car melts snow. The water runs into the gaps between panels and freezes when the sun goes behind a cloud or at sunset. You end up with a frozen door that needs a good yank to open. Without a handle you will have to pry the door open if you have something suitable, which you generally won't have available. Also prying a frozen door open will leave a mark.
What happened to the ramp in the tailgate and the pressurized air outlet from the air suspension?
brilliant comment made on the noise when he had to pause for the noise coming in from the street. fantastic natural presenter
I want this vehicle so bad but I coudn't wait and had to get the Model Y. I love my model y but the Cybertruck has my heart lol
Same, but I'm glad I bought my Model Y. Couldn't go back to a fossil.
@@StormyDogIll never buy an EV, I love making noise, im making my car even loader to spite the EV people. If I can't have a gasoline powered car with a manual transmission, I would rather not even be alive. I am only 28, but even if I live to 82, I won't give it up.
@@fortheloveofnoise
You'll be WALKING!
- [01:07] 🚗 Initial Impressions of Cybertruck Interior
- Initial impressions of the Cybertruck's interior and handling.
- Not ready for Prime Time vehicle, but enough features for a test drive:
- Unique interior setup: Rearview mirror replaced by a camera.
- Handling and maneuverability on par, though adjustment needed for tight turning radius.
- Unprecedented visibility, minimal blind spots, especially in forward and sideways views.
- [03:22] 🧳 Cybertruck Features: Frunk, Air Filtration, Storage
- Exploring Cybertruck features and storage compartments.
- Frunk size comparisons with other vehicles like F-150, suitable for specific uses.
- Notable features: Convenient access to HEPA filter for improved air quality.
- Utility in storing items and using space creatively, like turning it into an ice chest.
- Commentary on windshield washer fluid and additional storage areas.
- [05:30] 🚪 Unique Design Elements: Door Handles, Interior Space
- Discussion on unique design elements and interior space of the Cybertruck.
- Emphasis on door handle design and aerodynamic benefits:
- Positive comments on door handle absence, enhancing aerodynamics.
- Observations on the clean and functional layout of the front and rear seats.
- Remarkable interior space, especially in the back seat, ample headroom.
- [07:09] 🔍 Evaluation of Panel Gaps and Consistency
- Assessment of panel gaps and consistency in the Cybertruck.
- Explaining the importance of gap consistency, especially in an off-road vehicle:
- Calibration of panel gaps for an off-road vehicle like the Cybertruck.
- Emphasizing the consistency and alignment of gaps across the vehicle.
- Positive remarks on the build quality and consistent gap measurements.
- [08:27] 🤔 Overall Impressions and Usage Scenario
- Final thoughts on the Cybertruck and its potential utility.
- Personal opinions on Cybertruck's target usage and competition:
- Favorable opinions on Cybertruck as an ideal vehicle for outdoor activities.
- Speculation on competitors and market positioning against other brands/models.
- Personal endorsement of Cybertruck for specific outdoor uses.
I'd like to hear from a Tesla insider or Elon why originally announced features were removed and if they may be incorporated in the future: solar tonneau cover, direct solar charging, integrated pneumatic air, integrated tailgate ramp, center front seat, bed access from the cabin, boat mode, etc. What were some of the original ideas in leu of a windshield wiper and why didn't they work out? Why was the original range estimate for top spec 500 miles and why wasn't that possible? Did they expect a new battery technology with higher capacity to replace what they have now and what is the holdup? Also, why are the approach and departure angles so different from the prototype - is it to accommodate additional batteries?
One word: hype.
You're welcome.
Haha the answer to all your questions is that Elon Musk is a moron and a liar. It was always total BS. Tesla is literally a pyramid scam.
One word: hard
Things do not magically happen, they have to be engineered by incredibly smart people over many many many years. And quite often these problems prove much harder than originally expected.
All about cost 😅
@@youtuberpov
cost and time
I'm just wondering what the cost of insurance would be.
This vehicle looks like it's home made styling wise.
When you made the animated noise from the ambulance I fell out laughing 🤣🤣 l. Excellent review. When my lease is up on my Model S, I plan on getting the cybertruck!
Providing enough under bed storage space or enough space in the frunk for a spare tire should have been a priority.
I think they’ve decided against using spare tires because the percentage of people who actually use them is vanishingly small. I suppose you could always mount on in the bed or even on the door.
@@bkinstlerIt's not so much about them including a spare tire, as it is about having enough dedicated space for one that it doesn't take up usable space in the bed like most trucks and off-road vehicles. Anyone who tows things or goes off-road a lot, something trucks are meant for, needs easy access to a spare tire, preferably in a way that doesn't require a person to unload everything in the bed just to get to it.
Agreed
I used to love the noise….bought newer and newer vehicles and the came with more HP and Torque….and we’re also always quieter. Now you have even more HP and Torque and you can almost say silence.
Sandy demonstrating the access to the HEPA filter and even on someone’s purchased truck at the after party makes me feel like he helped with the design of it’s placement in some way being so comfortable with it and demonstrating it multiple times. Just a hunch. I do always love your intuition for good design Sandy.
Finally, Tesla found its way back to a normal size cabin air filter. I mean, it's a monstrous truck, but the cabin air filter size is back to normal. And they keep the claim on HEPA property of the filter. I never had any clue, why they included that monstrously large cabin air filter in Model S/X, then some newer Model Y.
BTW: Did not Sandy see the three or five (!) screws = fasteners that hold the lid of the cabin air filter box? Fasteners used to mend him a lot.
@@MooseOnEarth
Is that all you've got?
It's funny that nearly everyone says "it steers excellent for a giant land boat!" ...but the CT is shorter than an F-150. 🤯 I reckon that perception is power...
Its the rear wheels turning as well. Makes the turning radius way better.
@@SlayerBG93 I understand that... but nobody says "This F-150 is a land boat that I can barely navigate around a parking lot." It' a regular sized truck.
When you say it’s shorter than an F150, you’re talking about 4 inches so that’s not remarkably different
@@MikeHewitt I understand that... but nobody says "This F-150 is a land boat that I can barely navigate around a parking lot." It's a regular sized truck...
Yes I'm looking forward to NO NOISE. (And haters - please don't rant that EVs are too quiet at low speeds; they aren't and that comment is aging about as well as hydrogen cars.)
What about fool cells?
What’s the insurance average going to be?
$5
It would've been funny if Sandy turned the Cybertruck into a high-tech jigsaw puzzle and handed it back 😂 can't wait for the cybertruck teardown
elon is a god. For the blind, He is vision. For the hungry, He is the chef. For the thirsty, He is water. If Elon thinks, I agree. If Elon speaks, I’m listening. If Elon has one fan, it is me. If Elon has no fans, I do not exist.
Please let ^^^^ be irony
@@addy405Ridiculous
Why we need those side mirrors if we have cameras?
Fossil regulators...
"The turning radius is gonna really help in parking lots" Because of course that's where these things will be driven most of the time.
A tight turning radius has benefits outside the urban environment of course
It is a shame we have confirmation at this point it won't compete with the Lightning. Ford is just better at knowing what people who do truck stuff need. The CT is cool, but I don't foresee myself buying one due to it's lackluster design.
Amazing time to be alive
My Black Stainless steel sinks get this mold on it all the time. No matter how often I clean it. It just takes a day. So, will this stainless steel body grow the same thing inside the panels that collect water or moisture?
Our EQS has rear wheel steering and it’s a game changer.
EQS also has an ICE body & Platform . so, there is that .
@@markplott4820 what does that have to do with rear wheel steering being nice to have? Also, the EQS is a great car, very aerodynamic and we get 350 miles of range or more.
@@markplott4820 The EQS is the first EQ model that is based on the technical platform specific to the electric models, called the MEA.[9][10] Its automobile drag coefficient is as low as 0.20, making it the most aerodynamic car in production at the time of its introduction.[11][12]
@@craig8638 - EQS - TURD 💩
Are the wing mirrors and reverse-view cameras not heated so they don't fog up?
Sandy, I thought you were going to stop saying “at the end of the day”.
In other news, any chance you can get and release a copy of Tesla’s “How to Design a 48V Vehicle” document? Us engineers would love to see how it all works.
TESLA mostly sources IN - HOUSE , thats why.
I just want the front cover as a screen saver.
The one negative I see is on opening the door your hand rests on the extended rubber window seal which will soon detach from door.
I never even thought about gaps until I heard about them on one of your videos. I went out and checked my Ford Fiesta and the gaps were huge and very inconsistent... Still, they don't bother me. The one thing about the CT that I will pay attention to when mine comes ... is the gaps at the front corners... Sometimes when I am in the woods, I will brush against trees and I wonder if I will catch any limbs in the cracks which face the front.
Certainly someone will come with some add-on solution. Like the bullbar or something.
see the CT Acessory @ Unplugged Performance.
but that is an econobox...it is to be expected for the price....this truck is a luxury, so it is unacceptable
P.S. I would rather have a Ford Fiesta ST than a Tesla Cybertruck.
(not saying you have an ST, but an ST is the model I would want)
Panel gaps on a $15k car are expected. On a $100k luxury product? Inexcusable.
@@woozleboyare the $97k+ F250 Limited or $92k+ F150 Lightning Platinum luxury vehicles?
How about the 1/2" drop from the side panel to the tail gate on the left rear, and the triangle gap between the front grill panel and the right side panel. Did you see the video of the crooked alignments on the black wrapped CT at the show? This does not look like a $100K vehicle.
Curious why people think this will not function as a true pickup truck? It has a 6ft bed, it can tow, has onboard power for tools no gas generator required on job site.
on top 800V
I love electric, but towing anything other than a small trailer dramatically reduces range.
it depends on how each individual defines and uses a truck. I have a 67Chev I use for hauling gravel, firewood, etc and can have a backhoe operator dump into the bed without any fear of damaging tonneau cover rails or controls, etc. I also have easy over the side access to any part of the bed for loading or unloading anything. For that use case I wouldn't want a CT. My brother has a Tacoma that he's very protective of the paint on and uses it largely for towing his boat and other trailers short distance..in that case the CT would be a suitable substitute. My uncles and cousins use their full size trucks to move lobster traps
CT wouldnt be great for that use. I think truck is such a variable category that saying any one vehicle can be good in all situations of a bit of folly.
It's harder to load from the side, but the bed is more protected. It has a lot of overlaps with SUVs while being able to do truck things. Personally I view this as some sort of hybrid
@@Martinmack333 Concerning side access to the bed, you can tap the screen before you get out and the whole truck lowers by 4". It might make a lot more of the bed pretty accessible.
Btw, I spent half an hour trying to find the height of the top of the tailgate from the ground for both the CT and F-150, in order to get a baseline for the CT side height, and could find neither! So weird.
All the forest fires were having (at least where I'm living) a HEPA filter is a good idea.
Thanks Sandy. I can't wait for the teardown!