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☆ 2 New Jersey restaurateurs turned a Cybertruck into a mobile pizza oven — and they want to cook for Elon Musk
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The owners say they're huge Tesla fans, and want to one day cook pizza for Elon Musk. AdvertisementA pizzeria in New Jersey has transformed two Cybertrucks into pizza trucks, using one of the Tesla vehicle's most futuristic features to cook pizzas on the go. They wanted new vehicles to relieve the strain on their gasoline pizza truck, which the two partners say was frequently booked months in advance. Now, they say they are facing a huge wave of demand for their Cybertruck pizza trucks, which they've modified to cook pizzas at parties and events. Like other electric vehicles, including the Ford F-150 Lightning, the Cybertruck has bidirectional charging, allowing it to become a mobile power source for appliances and even other electric vehicles.

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☆ Tesla's Cybertruck is outselling almost every other EV in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-23 | by ( Alistair Barr | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

But recent sales data from the auto-industry tracker Cox Automotive is worth examining ahead of Tesla's results on Wednesday. Tesla sold almost 17,000 Cybertrucks in the third quarter, Cox estimated, making it the third-most-popular EV in the US during the period. That's more than Ford's F-150 Lightning, Rivian's R1T, and Chevy's Silverado EV, Cox data shows. General Motors reported surprisingly solid results earlier this week and highlighted strong EV sales. Related storiesSome of this recent EV strength has been driven by lease incentives, which are available in the US to more buyers.

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☆ Tesla to recall over 27,000 Cybertruck vehicles over rear-view image delay
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-03 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

New Tesla Cybertruck vehicles parked at a logistics drop zone in Seattle, Washington, US, on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Tesla said on Thursday it would recall most Cybertrucks in the U.S. due to delayed rear-view camera images that could impair driver visibility and increase crash risks, adding that a software update would resolve the issue. The recall covers more than 27,000 Cybertrucks, Tesla said in a report filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Cybertruck's system in the affected vehicles may not complete a shutdown process before it is commanded to boot up, resulting in a delay in displaying the rear-view image, Tesla said. Tesla earlier this year recalled most Cybertrucks in the U.S. over issues with their windshield wipers and exterior trim.

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☆ Tesla Cybertruck is in a category of its own for better or worse
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-03 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +11 min

In this article TSLA Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNTA Tesla Cybertruck in front of a graffiti mural on Aug. 28, 2024 in Detroit. Those were all words used to describe the Tesla Cybertruck during a 24-hour rental of the vehicle in metropolitan Detroit. Fronts of the Ford F-150 Lightning, Tesla Cybertruck and GMC Sierra Denali EVs (left to right). The Tesla Cybertruck is unveiled at Tesla's design studio on Nov. 21, 2019, in Hawthorne, Calif. A Tesla Cybertruck in front of a graffiti mural on Aug. 28, 2024 in Detroit.

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☆ 5 promises Elon Musk made about the Cybertruck that never happened
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-14 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThe Cybertruck has changed a lot since Elon Musk first unveiled it in 2019. Here are some of the Cybertruck features that Musk has promised over the years but which failed to materialize:Advertisement1. A $39,900 price tagWhen Musk first unveiled the Cybertruck in 2019, he said the cheapest version would cost $39,900, with more advanced variants costing $49,900 and $69,900. 500-mile rangeMusk also said in 2019, the most advanced tri-motor version of the Cybertruck would have a 500-mile range. Anadolu/Getty ImagesOne of the most eye-catching promises Musk made about the Cybertruck is that it would be able to float and serve as a boat for short periods.

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☆ This Tesla YouTuber had 2 broken Cybertrucks, but still calls it his 'dream car'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

"It was love at first sight," said Lamar, who did not wish to provide his full name but goes by Lamar MK on YouTube. AdvertisementYouTuber Lamar MK with his first Cybertruck. YouTuber Lamar MK with his new Cybertruck, which broke a few weeks after he got it. After getting his new Cybertruck delivered, Lamar MK had it wrapped to give it a blue and yellow color scheme. Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider, made outside normal working hours.

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☆ Tesla owner says his Cybertruck delivery got bloody and he ended up in the hospital after accidentally cutting his wrist on the EV
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-29 | by ( Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewA Cybertruck delivery ended up a bit bloody, a Tesla owner wrote in a forum post. The Tesla owner posted on the Cybertruck Owner's Club that he had been anxiously awaiting the arrival of his vehicle. AdvertisementBut they weren't enough to deter the Tesla owner from enjoying his new ride. He still managed to wash off his wrist, wrap it up, and complete delivery, the owner wrote. "I unwrapped my wrist and BOOM - spurts of blood all over the kitchen island…" the owner wrote on the forum.

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☆ Tesla's 'apocalypse-proof' Cybertruck thwarted by sand, snow, and regulator recalls
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Camilo Fonseca | Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. AdvertisementBut on May 2, a tourist on Nantucket found their Cybertruck trapped in the sand, requiring a tow truck to free it. According to the tow operator, the driver made one crucial error: He forgot to let air out of the tires. The tow operator said the safe spot for beach driving is between 18 and 22 psi. Representatives for Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

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☆ Top Gear gets early look at Cybertruck update that'll help prevent fingers from being crushed in the 'frunk'
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Camilo Fonseca | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Top Gear recently tested the Tesla Cybertruck's camping accessories. There's a software update for sensors that will hopefully prevent smashed fingers, as well as a sleek new cooler. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. The frunk's sharp edges have been cause for concern, especially with some viral videos showing that the closing hood was capable of slicing through carrots — and possibly, misplaced fingers. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ Tesla's Cybertruck is getting a big update that improves off-roading and camping
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-30 | by ( Ana Altchek | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Tesla will soon roll out updates to improve the Cybertruck's camping and off-roading capabilities. The updates include the Off-Road Mode and a new feature for leveling suspension in CyberTent Mode. On-road updates include a slippery surface feature and adjustable suspension based on weight. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . The update is "rolling out soon," according to Tesla, and introduces a new Off-Road Mode along with some further improvements to the EV's handling and camping experience.

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☆ Tesla could be volatile this week on earnings. Using options to mitigate the risk
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-22 | by ( Michael Khouw | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

I am a big fan of Tesla products and the company, but we do not currently own the stock. Since hitting its all-time high on Nov. 4, Tesla shares are the worst-performing member of the "Magnificent Seven". With prices running from about $40,000 for a single-motor version to $70,000 for a tri-motor variant, the Cybertruck's specifications were remarkable. China represents the largest market for EVs at the moment, and BYD is leading Tesla there. Among U.S. manufacturers, Tesla, because it eschews the conventional dealer model, has excellent flexibility on pricing, which they adjust dynamically.

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☆ Tesla shares slide to 15-month low ahead of earnings, as Wall Street frets over price cuts, layoffs
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-22 | by ( Lora Kolodny | In Lorakolodny | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Tesla shares fell for a seventh straight day, reaching their lowest since January 2023, as further price cuts over the weekend added to mounting concerns heading into the company's first-quarter earnings report Tuesday. Tesla also lowered the price of its premium driver assistance system by one-third. The price cut follows a monthlong free trial that Tesla pushed out to customers throughout North America starting in late March. "Since late 2023, sentiment on Tesla (TSLA) has deteriorated," John Murphy, an analyst at Bank of America, wrote in a note on Monday. WATCH: Tesla stock hits 52-week low ahead of earnings

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☆ Tesla recalls Cybertruck over 'trapped pedal' issue seen in owner's viral TikTok video
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Lora Kolodny | In Lorakolodny | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Tesla's new Cybertruck is shown on display at a Tesla store in San Diego, California, on Dec. 9, 2023. Tesla has issued a voluntary recall of 3,878 Cybertrucks to fix a "stuck pedal" issue that had been depicted in a viral TikTok video posted last week by owner Jose Martinez. After assessing the problem, Tesla on April 12 decided to issue a voluntary recall of the Cybertrucks, the filing says. CNBC asked the NHTSA about the trapped pedal issue on the Cybertruck on April 14, after Martinez's video raised public awareness of the defect and unintended acceleration. The NHTSA said it "uses many data sources in its enforcement processes, including social media and vehicle owner and other related forums."

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☆ GMC says its electric Sierra pickup will top Tesla's Cybertruck range by 100 miles
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-16 | by ( Camilo Fonseca | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

GMC increased the range for its upcoming Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 to 440 miles. That's one of the best numbers among electric pickups, including the Tesla Cybertruck. GMC announced the final specs for its new Sierra EV Denali Edition 1, including a range of about 440 miles — a 10% increase from the initial 400-mile estimate. That's also 100 miles more than the Cybertruck, its most high-profile competitor, which has an advertised range of 340 miles for its beefiest version. AdvertisementDenali Edition 1 deliveries are expected to begin this summer, starting at $99,495, GMC said, followed by other trim levels like the Sierra EV Elevation and the Sierra EV AT4.

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☆ Tesla's reign as EV king is fizzling, so Elon Musk has his sights set on a new goal — turning X back into Twitter
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-09 | by ( Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Tesla's stock is down over 10% in the last year, and Elon Musk's net worth has also fallen. Lately, social media platform X has begun to look more like regular old Twitter. With his social media venture, X, that seems to mean returning to the app to the pre-Musk days of plain old Twitter. Musk and representatives for Tesla and X did not respond to requests for comment from Business Insider. "Honestly, the best thing that Twitter can do to regain its position is to sideline Musk.

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☆ Tesla Cyberbeast auction hits $250,000 with only hours left to bid— take a look
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-09 | by ( Jordan Hart | Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A souped-up Tesla Cyberbeast is up for auction on Sotheby's Motorsport. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. A Foundation series Cyberbeast is up for auction at Sotheby's Motorsport, and the window to place a bid is only hours away from closing. A week later, bids are topping out at $250,000 during the final hours of the auction. In a previous auction, one reseller was able to auction off their Cybertruck to a Porsche dealer for $244,500 — more than double the sticker price.

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☆ The Tesla Cybertruck can be difficult to maneuver, auto expert says
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-16 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementAuto expert Sandy Munro took a Tesla Cybertruck on a mini road trip and had one main complaint — the truck can be difficult to maneuver at times. Instead, Tesla has a rearview camera that displays on the truck's massive infotainment system. The auto expert is far from the first to express frustration with backing up in the Cybertruck. "A camera feed constantly runs on the center screen, but I still checked the rearview mirror out of habit every few minutes." "You have to be cognizant all the time that this is a big truck," Munro said of the Cybertruck.

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☆ The Cybertruck failed a YouTuber's bulletproof test
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

YouTuber JerryRigEverything put Elon Musk's claims that the Cybertruck is bulletproof to the test. AdvertisementThe Cybertruck might not be as bulletproof as Elon Musk has advertised. AdvertisementWhile the truck didn't prove entirely bulletproof, Nelson said he was still impressed by its durability. Since the Cybertruck was first announced in 2019, Musk has hyped up the rugged nature of the truck, claiming the vehicle would be entirely bulletproof. AdvertisementDuring an interview with Joe Rogan in 2023, Musk said that the standard Cybertruck wouldn't have bulletproof glass, but the stainless steel doors would still be thick enough to stop a bullet.

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☆ Forget rust spots — handprints are the bigger headache for Tesla Cybertruck drivers
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Erin Snodgrass | Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Some Tesla Cybertruck owners noticed their new stainless steel vehicles have small rust specks. A few months after deliveries began, some members of a Cybertruck-owners forum started complaining about rust spots on the vehicle. After all, the Cybertruck is the first stainless steel vehicle to be produced since DMC made the stainless steel DeLorean and later halted production in 1982. The extra upkeep isn't entirely unexpected for experienced Tesla owners, many of whom have taken on the role of early adopters. If Tesla hits Musk's ambitious production targets for the Cybertruck, Tesla is likely to face less forgiving buyers, automotive analyst Ivan Drury told BI.

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☆ Tesla shares wild footage of a Cybertruck scaling a steep, off-road trail known as Hell's Revenge
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-07 | by ( Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Tesla shared a video of a Cybertruck scaling a difficult off-road trail in Utah. The electric truck, which was shown with a driver inside, conquered the off-road trail known as Hell's Revenge in the video. Travel site Utah.com describes Hell's Revenge as having "steep climbs, descents, and some edges that are not for the faint of heart." Morrill said navigating Hell's Revenge with the tri-motor EV, called Cyberbeast, is "like off-roading in easy mode." The Cyberbeast truck managed to drive 318 feet with the sled, while the Ford truck got up to 263 feet.

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☆ Is Tesla's Cybertruck the new status car?
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Grace Kay | Madeline Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Tesla's Cybertruck isn't the kind of car that goes unnoticed. The Cybertruck isn't your average pickupMusk has been hyping up the Cybertruck since it was announced in 2019. AdvertisementFrom the start, it's been clear the Cybertruck isn't geared toward your traditional pickup truck market. But it's not exactly your typical luxury status car, eitherWhile the Cybertruck isn't a traditional pickup, it's not exactly a luxury car. "The finance geeks are just, they're beside themselves of how much they admire" Musk, Chesterfield said.

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☆ A Tesla Cybertruck was resold for more than twice its price
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A Foundation series Cybertruck was sold at an auction for $244,500 on Wednesday — over $130,000 more than its sticker price. AdvertisementSince Tesla started deliveries of the Cybertruck on November 30, Give Me The Vin has received dozens of offers from Cybertruck owners, Wolfe said. It's not the first time Tesla owners have attempted to flip their cars. In 2022, some Tesla owners made up to $7,000 reselling their EVs. However, the resale market has been difficult for Tesla owners in recent years due to the company's recent series of price cuts.

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☆ Cybertruck reviews are in, and the complaints are just as unique as Tesla's truck itself
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-29 | by ( Nora Naughton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Reviews for the Tesla Cybertruck are positive — so far. AdvertisementOfficial reviews for Tesla's Cybertruck are rolling in, and so far, the hulking stainless steel truck is largely living up to the hype. The complaints, much like the truck itself, are rather unique compared to a typical pickup-truck review. "You'll need thick skin if you own one, especially if you post photos of it online where the trolls are especially toxic," Elliot wrote. AdvertisementHave you driven the Tesla Cybertruck yet?

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☆ The Tesla Cybertruck is impressive and worrying
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Peter Valdes-Dapena | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Then, in 2019, Elon Musk unveiled the Tesla Cybertruck, a bare metal box on wheels. Even when I parked a rented Tesla Cybertruck next to a hot-pink McLaren supercar in a shopping center parking lot in California, the people in the McLaren couldn’t stop talking about the Cybertruck. Peter Valdes-Dapena/CNNThe Tesla Cybertruck looks like nothing else on the road. There’s a lot to like about the Cybertruck, but it also embodies a disturbing level of individual arrogance in hard, unforgiving steel. The Tesla Cybertruck's simple interior is nice enough but, with hardly any switches or knobs, this is the easy part.

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☆ Cybertruck engineer addresses claims the Tesla EVs rust in the rain
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-19 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

One owner even said they'd been warned when the truck was delivered that it could rust in the rain. "The advisor specifically mentioned the Cybertrucks develop orange rust marks in the rain and that required the vehicle to be buffed out," a member of the Cybertruck Owners Club forum wrote. Stainless is reactive and free iron that sits on it will rust," the Cybertruck engineer said. Demaree said the latter method appeared to do the trick but advised Cybertruck owners to be careful using the polish on the truck. Tesla delivered its first dozen on November 30, and several celebrities have been spotted with their own Cybertrucks in the months since.

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