Tesla's Cybertruck Finally Launched Amid Mixed Reviews and Higher-Than-Expected Price

Despite nearly two million pre-orders, production is expected to be limited, with environmental and safety concerns raised about the vehicle's design.

• Tesla's Cybertruck, touted by CEO Elon Musk as 'the finest in apocalypse technology', has finally been launched after a two-year delay, but with a starting price of $60,900, significantly higher than the initially promised $39,900.
• The Cybertruck's unique design and features, including its bullet-resistant exterior and steer-by-wire technology, have been met with mixed reviews, with some industry experts suggesting it is more of a novelty item than a practical vehicle.
• Despite the hype and nearly two million pre-orders, analysts predict only a few thousand of the trucks will be produced this year, and around 10,000 in the first quarter of 2024.
• Concerns have been raised about the Cybertruck's environmental impact, given its excessive weight and design, and the fact that it may not comply with pedestrian safety rules outside of North America.
• Despite these concerns, the Cybertruck has been praised for its acceleration, with the tri-motor 'Cyberbeast' version boasting a 0-60mph sprint time of 2.6 seconds, faster than its rivals, the Hummer EV and Rivian R1T.

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