Overview
- The designation applies only to 2025 units built after April, following IIHS-documented revisions to the front underbody and footwell for small-overlap crash performance.
- IIHS recorded Good ratings in all crash tests and for headlights, with Marginal seat-belt reminders and Acceptable child-seat anchor ease of use.
- The Cybertruck is one of only two full-size pickups to secure the Plus award this year, alongside the Toyota Tundra under heightened 2025 thresholds.
- Rivian’s R1T received the lower Top Safety Pick, with Acceptable results in the moderate overlap test and headlights, and IIHS noted inadequate rear head protection in the updated side test.
- Industry coverage notes strong U.S. occupant protection credentials, yet European rollout remains doubtful due to pedestrian-safety rules and remarks from Tesla’s Grünheide plant manager.