Driving Tesla Cybertruck: Everything You Need to Know!
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Behind the wheel and every detail and spec of the new "Beast Mode" Cybertruck from Tesla! Get Ridge's Carry-On and more at ridge.com and use code MKBHD for 10% off Get our merch: shop.mkbhd.com Get discounts off most Tesla products with my affiliate link: ts.la Tech I'm using right now: amazon.com Playlist of MKBHD Intro music: goo.gl ~ twitter.com @MKBHD @MKBHD 0:00 The Numbers/Specs 3:42 Differences vs the Original Cybertruck 4:30 Removable Aerocap Wheel 6:12 Pointy Stainless Steel/Build Quality 8:12 Powered truck Bed and Tonneau Cover 13:00 Doors with no handles 14:53 The Nose/Frunk 16:55 Ridge (Sponsor) 17:34 Interior Layout 22:16 The Back Seat Trick 23:54 Vehicle Controls + Steering Wheel 28:56 The Insane Steering 30:57 Driving the Cybertruck 35:43 World’s Largest Windshield Wiper 36:17 800V System 37:18 Range Extender 37:57 Final Thoughts
Driving Tesla Cybertruck: Everything You Need to Know! is a comprehensive, hands-on exploration of Tesla's polarizing new pickup. The video begins by setting the frame: this is a near-final Cybertruck used for testing, not yet a delivery unit, with production-ready nuances still being validated. The host promises a thorough tour across specs, build quality, the bed and tonneau, doors, the nose, and interior controls, punctuated by live demonstrations and real-time observations. Early on, the run-through of official numbers establishes three configurations and highlights extreme performance figures for the triple-motor Beast mode, including a claimed 2.7 second 0-60 mph time and 845 horsepower, with the dual-motor and single-motor variants following behind. The price landscape is clarified, with the triple motor starting near $100,000, the dual motor around $75,000 to $85,000, and the single motor later, signaling a market-positioning that mixes capability with cost. The range is pegged at about 340 miles for the most efficient iterations, while bed and payload specs are presented to give a sense of practical utility, including a 2,500-pound bed capacity and a chassis sizing note that places the Cybertruck alongside an F-150 Lightning in overall footprint. The truck bed is revealed to have a damped tailgate, a motorized tonneau cover, a lined bed, a sub-trunk, and integrated power throughout the tail including 120V outlets and a 240V option, opening up potential for portable power use and even home charging scenarios in the right conditions. The speaker’s hands-on narration dives into material and build details, emphasizing the stainless steel exterior, the precision of panel gaps, and the distinctive, angular aesthetics that define the Cybertruck while acknowledging real-world variances between individual units. As the discussion moves to the doors, the video covers the keyless, button-activated doors, their 90-degree opening, and the challenges of entry with ice, weather, or fingerprints, while noting the absence of traditional door handles and the potential fingerprints on the exposed stainless steel. The front end is highlighted for its aggressive design, including dual tow hooks, a front camera, the low-positioned headlights, and the front trunk with automatic opening, which the host demonstrates as a shallow but usable storage space. The interior section emphasizes the expansive glass canopy delivering a strong sense of visibility, the large 18.5-inch central touchscreen, a revamped steering wheel rather than a yolk, and the new cyber UI software that blends familiar Tesla ergonomics with a Cybertruck aesthetic. Controls are reorganized with hovering dock elements, ride height options, and a broad range of suspension travel, including an off-road mode that adds a remarkable amount of clearance. The rear seating is discussed in detail, highlighting the 9.5-inch rear display, heated rear seats, rear seat storage, and a clever folding mechanism that creates additional cargo space. The driving experience centers on the unique steering system, which uses steer-by-wire with rear-axle steering that sharpens turns at low speeds and maintains stability at higher speeds, making a vehicle of this size feel nimble and surprisingly maneuverable. Road tests show the Cybertruck negotiating a highway merge and handling a mix of all-terrain tires with a quiet cabin experience, tempered by note of increased road noise from the specialized tires. The video closes with a discussion of the 800V architecture enabling faster charging, a fourfold increase in the 12V system to a 48V baseline, and the intriguing option of an add-on battery that grants roughly 120 miles of extra range, pushing the truck toward a more realistic long-haul capability for work use. Throughout, the host balances praise with caveats, pointing to questions about practicality, price competitiveness against rivals like the F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T, and the ongoing need to live with a vehicle that deliberately challenges norms. The overall takeaway is that the Cybertruck signals a bold, capability-forward direction for Tesla, with extraordinary performance and innovative design ideas, paired with real-world usability questions that will only be answered as more units reach customers and long-term testing proceeds. Substantive takeaways cover practical bed and trunk versatility, an innovative cabin and software experience, a distinctive yet controversial design language, and a new steering architecture that redefines how a big pickup should feel when maneuvering in tight spaces. The video ends by inviting viewers to subscribe for a deeper, later-stage review that will cover towing, daily usability, and long-term ownership impressions.
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Questions answered
- What are the three different configurations of the Cybertruck and their expected performance?
- Triple motor: 2.7 seconds 0-60 mph, about 845 horsepower; dual motor: lower price and still strong performance; single motor: rear-wheel drive planned for later release.
- How does the Cybertruck bed and power features compare to a traditional pickup?
- Bed is fully lined with a damped tailgate and a motorized tonneau cover; bed includes 120V and 240V outlets for portable power and potential vehicle-to-load charging.
- What is unique about the Cybertruck steering system?
- Steer by wire with rear-axle steering; very small turn radius at low speeds and slight adjustments at higher speeds, enabling nimble handling for a large vehicle.