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First Tesla Cybertruck Crash Reported in California

Driver of Cybertruck Sustains Minor Injury in Collision with Toyota Corolla

  • The first reported accident involving a Tesla Cybertruck occurred when a 17-year-old driving a Toyota Corolla collided head-on with the Cybertruck in California.
  • The Corolla's front end was significantly damaged, while the Cybertruck appeared relatively unscathed, although its side-curtain airbags were deployed.
  • The Cybertruck driver reported a minor injury but declined medical transportation. No other injuries were reported.
  • The Cybertruck was not operating in autonomous mode at the time of the crash.
  • The accident has reignited concerns about the Cybertruck's safety, particularly its potential impact on pedestrians and other vehicles due to its heavy weight and stiff exoskeleton.
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