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New information shows that the promised 500-mile Cybertruck will not be immediately available, and sales will likely start with a 350-mile variant. A closer look at the Cybertruck megacastings also points to the Cybertruck being designed as an LHD variant only.
Tesla announced the first Cybertruck built at Giga Texas on July 15, and the internet went up in flames. While this marks a significant milestone for the electric pickup, we're still far from the volume production. This is only the beginning of a tedious process that includes fine-tuning the production line before filing for the required certifications and approvals. Technically, the Cybertruck shown in Tesla's Twitter post should not differ from the ones customers will get in the fall, but we're still not there.
Although the EV maker remained tight-lipped about availability, price, or technical details, people used intelligence gathered from various sources to speculate on the Cybertruck's details and capabilities. Last week, we saw several Cybertruck's bodies-in-white and megacastings pictures taken up close from the production line. The images showed that the Cybertruck might not have a midgate, disappointing truck fans.
A new set of pictures focusing on the Cybertruck's megacastings show that Tesla's electric pickup is more complicated to build than anything else in its lineup. Taking the rear megacasting out of the equation, the rear Cybertruck section features a complex rear structure. The bulkhead separating the cabin from the vault is made of countless stamped parts, and the visible cutouts indicate that this is not fixed. Two bulges in the lower section could accommodate the hinges, so the Cybertruck could have a midgate after all.
The rear megacasting comprises several sections, with the lower part incorporating the wheel wells. At least four other structures are attached to them, supporting the pickup's bed and connecting it to the cabin. The front section picture shows that the firewall is asymmetrical, with the only cutout for the steering wheel column on the left side of the vehicle. This basically rules out an RHD variant of the Cybertruck. It also shows that the outlandish pickup truck will feature a standard steering system, with a physical connection between the yoke and the wheels, instead of a steer-by-wire system.
Another interesting detail shared by a Tesla enthusiast is that Tesla will not start sales with the highest-range variants of the Cybertruck. Instead, the production will begin with the 350-mile version due to a shortage of 4680 cells. It's unclear whether this means a dual-motor, three-motor, or quad-motor version of the truck. Tesla promised the Cybertruck would have 500+ miles of range, but this will undoubtedly be for the biggest battery pack in an energy-saving, dual-motor configuration.
I know Tesla notified its suppliers for high-volume production of the Cybertruck, so it's possible that it will start production with the more affordable trims. On the other hand, it could be the exact opposite, and the 350 miles of range means it's a performance variant with four electric motors and all the bells and whistles. Tesla will likely offer more details during the Q2 2023 earnings call on Wednesday, so stay tuned for more Cybertruck news.
Although the EV maker remained tight-lipped about availability, price, or technical details, people used intelligence gathered from various sources to speculate on the Cybertruck's details and capabilities. Last week, we saw several Cybertruck's bodies-in-white and megacastings pictures taken up close from the production line. The images showed that the Cybertruck might not have a midgate, disappointing truck fans.
A new set of pictures focusing on the Cybertruck's megacastings show that Tesla's electric pickup is more complicated to build than anything else in its lineup. Taking the rear megacasting out of the equation, the rear Cybertruck section features a complex rear structure. The bulkhead separating the cabin from the vault is made of countless stamped parts, and the visible cutouts indicate that this is not fixed. Two bulges in the lower section could accommodate the hinges, so the Cybertruck could have a midgate after all.
The rear megacasting comprises several sections, with the lower part incorporating the wheel wells. At least four other structures are attached to them, supporting the pickup's bed and connecting it to the cabin. The front section picture shows that the firewall is asymmetrical, with the only cutout for the steering wheel column on the left side of the vehicle. This basically rules out an RHD variant of the Cybertruck. It also shows that the outlandish pickup truck will feature a standard steering system, with a physical connection between the yoke and the wheels, instead of a steer-by-wire system.
Another interesting detail shared by a Tesla enthusiast is that Tesla will not start sales with the highest-range variants of the Cybertruck. Instead, the production will begin with the 350-mile version due to a shortage of 4680 cells. It's unclear whether this means a dual-motor, three-motor, or quad-motor version of the truck. Tesla promised the Cybertruck would have 500+ miles of range, but this will undoubtedly be for the biggest battery pack in an energy-saving, dual-motor configuration.
I know Tesla notified its suppliers for high-volume production of the Cybertruck, so it's possible that it will start production with the more affordable trims. On the other hand, it could be the exact opposite, and the 350 miles of range means it's a performance variant with four electric motors and all the bells and whistles. Tesla will likely offer more details during the Q2 2023 earnings call on Wednesday, so stay tuned for more Cybertruck news.
I'm noticing 2 holes in the back. Maybe for electronics, maybe HVAC for #campmode. 3 child seat loops under the back window. Asymmetrical firewall means no right hand drive yet. pic.twitter.com/zyLylxp00v
— ?ƧLλ ?H∅ΞN!X (@TeslaPhx) July 17, 2023
Based on confidential conversations with 3 people, I believe we will be seeing only the 350 mile Cybertruck. https://t.co/WvOtVMrocL
— Bearded Tesla (@BeardedTesla) July 15, 2023
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