So there I was, two years ago, picking up this ridiculous-looking vehicle that resembled something straight out of a low-budget sci-fi movie. Living in California, I’m used to seeing Teslas everywhere—they’re basically the new Prius around here—but the Tesla Cybertruck? That’s a whole different animal.
The Good Stuff
People Can’t Stop Staring If you want attention, buy a Tesla Cybertruck. Seriously. I’ve had people nearly crash their cars trying to get a photo. Last month, some guy at a stoplight jumped out of his car to ask me questions before the light turned green. It’s like driving around in a concept car that escaped an auto show.
Holy Crap, It’s Fast Look, I expected a truck that looks like a doorstop to drive like one. Nope. This thing launches like somebody strapped a rocket to a rhinoceros. The first time I floored it, I scared myself silly. I took my buddy Todd for a ride, and he spilled coffee all over my dash. Worth it for the look on his face.
The “Vault” Is Actually Super Handy Tesla calls the bed a “vault,” which sounds pretentious until you use it. I moved my daughter to college with this thing. Fit her entire dorm room stuff in the back, tightened it with that sliding cover, and didn’t worry about someone swiping her laptop during our bathroom breaks.
Barely Any Upkeep: My last F-150 was constantly in the shop. This thing? Nothing. Zero. Zip. There were no oil changes, transmission issues, or anything else. Once, something went wonky with the door sensor, and Tesla fixed it while I was sleeping through some over-the-air update. I didn’t even know there was a problem until I got the “we fixed it” notification.
Range Isn’t Really a Thing Before buying, I had nightmares about being stranded with a dead battery. Two years in? It’s never happened. I’ve taken this beast to Tahoe, down to San Diego, and even out to the desert. Between the 300+ mile range and Superchargers everywhere, it’s less stressful than finding gas stations in remote areas.
The Not-So-Good Stuff
It’s a Monster to Park. Remember that scene in Austin Powers where he’s trying to turn around in a narrow hallway? That’s me every time I go downtown. I’ve given up on certain parking garages entirely. My wife still laughs when I spend 10 minutes trying to back out of a spot at Trader Joe’s while a line of cars waits.
Blind Spots From Hell Those chunky pillars and weird angles create blind spots where you could hide a minivan. The cameras help, but there’s a learning curve. The first week I owned it, I nearly took out our mailbox—twice.
Some Bits Feel… Unfinished Tesla’s quality control is hit or miss. My door handles work perfectly, but my buddy’s Tesla Cybertruck has one that sticks. The stainless steel body looks badass until your kids touch it—then it’s just one giant fingerprint showcase. And yes, there’s an occasional mystery rattle I can’t locate.
Software Can Be Glitchy One morning, my truck no longer recognized my phone. Just… nope, not today. I had to use the card key as if it was 2019 or something. Then, it randomly fixed itself that afternoon. Calm, superb, very typical.
People Have Opinions Most folks think it’s the coolest thing they’ve ever seen. Others… not so much. My neighbor—who drives a pristine Wrangler he never takes off-road—constantly makes comments about my “ugly spaceship.” My father-in-law still shakes his head whenever he sees it parked in my driveway.
Would I Do It Again?
In a heartbeat. This truck has plenty of quirks, but it’s completely changed how I think about vehicles. It’s practical enough for Home Depot runs, fast enough to be fun, and weird enough to make every drive enjoyable.
If you want one, know what you’re signing up for. It’s not just transportation; it’s a conversation piece, a tech gadget, and, occasionally, a puzzle to solve.
But damn, Tesla Cybertruck is fun.
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Hi, I’m Nathan Cross, a writer and avid reader who loves crafting articles for newspapers and online platforms. Words are my passion, whether I’m telling stories, sharing insights, or sparking conversations. When I’m not writing, you’ll find me lost in a book or out on the baseball field, enjoying the game that keeps me grounded. Writing, reading, and baseball—these are the things that define me.
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