Elon Musk personally handed over the first Tesla Cybertruck units to select customers, including prominent figures like Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. The live broadcast showcased the electric pickup’s futuristic design, accompanied by Tesla’s trademark grandeur.
The Cybertruck, a project initiated six years ago, comes with a twist in pricing. Contrary to Elon Musk’s 2019 declaration, the entry-level model starts at $60,990 and won’t be accessible until 2025. The 2024 lineup features all-wheel-drive options, with prices ranging from $79,990 to $99,990. These variants boast impressive specifications, including ranges up to 550 kilometers, acceleration to 96 km/h in 4.1 seconds, and a top speed of 180 km/h.
Notably, the cheapest Cybertruck variant’s delayed availability raises questions, with potential adjustments to the starting price in the future.
In an unexpected turn, Tesla appears to backtrack on imposing resale penalties, possibly waiving the initially proposed $50,000 fines for unauthorized reselling during the first year of ownership. Tesla’s order agreement had initially threatened legal action against such resales, but recent revisions omit this stringent wording.
While Tesla’s motivation for the change remains undisclosed, the move suggests a response to public scrutiny. The company has not clarified whether this alteration applies retroactively or its stance on similar cases going forward.
As the Cybertruck makes its grand entrance into the market, Tesla navigates the intricate landscape of pricing strategies and contractual obligations, leaving industry observers curious about the future trajectory of this groundbreaking electric pickup.