Production Long Range RWD Cybertruck first sighting at Giga Texas today

[KuMX]

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[Mini2nut]

With 20" core wheels?

 

[JCERRN]

With 20" core wheels?

Looks like cyberwheels

 

[dalton108]

With 20" core wheels?

Same thing I noticed (except I think they’re cyber wheels). I thought it was supposed to have a unique wheel just for that trim level? I’m sure this is b/c these are just early builds.

Other than that overall - it’s so weird! The vault isn’t supposed to be naked like that! I feel like I need to advert my eyes.

 

[marklu15]

It doesn’t look like it has access for an aftermarket light bar or roof rack?

 

[Black306]

With 20" core wheels?

As JCERRN mentioned, those are the optional Cyber wheels with AT tires.

It doesn’t look like it has access for an aftermarket light bar or roof rack?

Roof appliqué pieces started excluding the appliqué doors mid-Nov last year. The roof mounts are still there, however, either the non-door roof appliqués need to be drilled to give access to the mounts or buy new roof appliqués with door from Tesla. IIRC, the roof appliqués with door is ~$500/pair.

https://epc.tesla.com/en-US/catalog...d97b-4cd0-8fda-2a5a55c6ab79?part=1816592-00-B

Not sure if the accessories wiring for a light bar is still available in an LR.

 

[CyberZephyr]

Wait, what is "cubertruck?" I've been seeing it everywhere, and I assumed it was a typo.

 

[Bjhracer]

I don’t see the handle for the under bed storage compartment. Did they delete this as well?

 

[ABILISK]

I don’t see the handle for the under bed storage compartment. Did they delete this as well?

They did indeed. If you look at the specs on the “Learn More” page on Tesla’s website, you’ll see the LR has a slightly lower cargo capacity due to them removing the gear locker.

 

[Bjhracer]

Seems like to me this should be a 20k or 25k reduction from AWD. It wouldn’t surprise me if they cut the price in a few months to 54k or somewhere around there.

 

[Docedward]

I think what people are missing is that these are bulk sales work trucks. These will be attractive to a Republican run state for state vehicles. Low maintenance- sturdy work donkeys. That’s the main aim for the first year. These will end up as that guy who cuts your water off because the city doesn’t do online water payment yet.

 

[hemiarch]

I think what people are missing is that these are bulk sales work trucks. These will be attractive to a Republican run state for state vehicles. Low maintenance- sturdy work donkeys. That’s the main aim for the first year. These will end up as that guy who cuts your water off because the city doesn’t do online water payment yet.

Exactly right.

 

[YDR37]

I think what people are missing is that these are bulk sales work trucks. These will be attractive to a Republican run state for state vehicles. Low maintenance- sturdy work donkeys. That’s the main aim for the first year. These will end up as that guy who cuts your water off because the city doesn’t do online water payment yet.

There's a municipal Water Department near me that is phasing in electric pickups -- but they're using F-150 Lightnings. The Lightning is probably the default choice for any public agency that wants to try an electric truck.

The Lightning has 4WD. It has power outlets in the bed and frunk. It can use the same toolboxes, racks, and other accessories designed for ICE F-150s. The RWD CT doesn't compare favorably in these regards.

And it's not just about functionality -- public perception is very important to government agencies. The distinctive design and stainless steel exterior of the CT look expensive and attract attention. Many people, of course, want to drive personal vehicles that look expensive and attract attention -- but that's not what taxpayers expect from a government vehicle. So public agencies want vehicles that look inconspicuous, ordinary, and inexpensive. The Lightning fits that description; the CT does not.

And finally, the Lightning doesn't just look inexpensive -- it actually is inexpensive, at least compared to the RWD CT. It's not hard to find a Lightning priced well below the MSRP.

 

[Mini2nut]

A municipal official would face major backlash if they ordered Cybertruck's for city use. The purchase would never get approved, mostly due to costs and the current political climate in the country.

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