Overview

• WIRED met about a dozen Cybertruck owners in Palm Springs for a photo feature, with seven speaking on the record about daily experiences.
• Several owners said they are often flipped off or insulted, while none in the piece reported vandalism and many described positive attention from kids.
• One owner claimed “women don't like the vehicle,” while others emphasized that their enthusiasm centers on driving and utility rather than politics.
• A participant who enjoys the truck’s cyberpunk design had previously pleaded guilty in the January 6 case and later received a presidential pardon, highlighting the model’s political baggage.
• Owners highlighted tech and lifestyle uses, including one who uses Tesla’s Grok assistant for advice and another couple who prize the truck’s space for their Old English sheepdogs.