Here's What Happened When I Got STUCK on the Interstate With Kyle's Tesla Cybertruck!

Summary

In a unique roadside encounter on I-80 in Wyoming, two electric truck enthusiasts discuss their experiences. One drives a 2024 Ford Ranger FX4, while the other showcases the Cyber Truck Tri-motor, dubbed the 'Cyber Beast'. They compare the Cyber Truck's performance in a cross-country efficiency and speed race against competitors like the F-150 Lightning and R1T. Despite mixed online reactions, the Cyber Beast has garnered positive attention in person. With over 4,000 miles on the odometer, they discuss its features, such as the steering by wire, the yet-to-be-activated autopilot, and the impressive windshield wiper system. The conversation also touches on the challenges of rear charging ports and the truck's towing capabilities, all while waiting for the traffic to move on the snow-closed highway.

Takeaways

• 🚦 The video is an impromptu review of the Cybertruck and Ford Ranger FX4, filmed on the side of a highway in Wyoming due to a snowstorm.
• 🏁 The Cybertruck is participating in a cross-country efficiency and speed race against the F-150 Lightning, Silverado EV, and R1T.
• 🔋 The Cybertruck Tri-motor model has a 120-kWh battery pack and claims a range of 308 miles, but the owner found it to be more like 250 miles on a good day.
• 🌐 The Cybertruck has a unique design that attracts attention, with both positive and negative reactions from the public.
• 🏁 The Cybertruck's performance is impressive, with a 0-60 mph time under 3 seconds, making it one of the quickest pickup trucks.
• 🚗 The Ford Ranger FX4 is noted for being slightly wider and having an extended wheelbase compared to its previous model.
• 🛠️ The Cybertruck lacks certain features like autopilot and heated seats, which are expected but not yet available.
• 🚨 The Cybertruck's windshield wiper system is praised as being the best the owner has ever experienced.
• 💡 The Cybertruck's headlights are located low and can get filled with snow, obstructing visibility.
• 🔌 The Cybertruck has a rear charging port, which may pose challenges at charging stations not designed for rear charging.
• 🛣️ Both vehicles are on their way back to Fort Collins after the race, with the Ford Ranger being driven by Kyle from Out of Spec Studios.

Q & A

What is the unusual situation described in the beginning of the script?

The unusual situation is that the speakers are stuck on the side of the highway in Wyoming due to a snowstorm that closed the road.

What type of vehicle is Kyle driving?

Kyle is driving a 2024 Ford Ranger FX4.

What event did the speaker attend in Salt Lake and what was its purpose?

The speaker attended an event in Salt Lake where they tested the range and efficiency of electric trucks, including a race from Jacksonville to San Diego.

What is the 'Cyber Beast' version of the Cyber truck?

The 'Cyber Beast' is the tri-motor version of the Cyber truck, which is the most powerful configuration available.

What was the outcome of the cross-country race involving electric trucks?

The outcome was close, with all three trucks finishing within an hour of each other, and the Cyber Beast being one of the participants.

What has been the public reaction to the Cyber truck as described in the script?

The public reaction has been mixed; while some people are excited and love the Cyber truck, others express negative opinions online, saying they would never drive it.

How many miles has the Cyber truck been driven in the script?

The Cyber truck has been driven just over 4,000 miles.

What is the claimed range of the Cyber truck with a 123 KW battery pack?

The claimed range is 308 miles, but the speaker mentions that it's more like 250 miles on a good day.

What feature of the Cyber truck does the speaker particularly appreciate?

The speaker appreciates the windshield wiper system, which they describe as the best they've ever had.

What issue did the speaker encounter with the Cyber truck's headlights?

The headlights, which are located underneath the hood, filled up with snow and became inoperable due to the lack of heat to melt the ice.

What is the current availability of the Cyber truck according to the script?

Only the foundation series of the Cyber truck is currently being sold.

What is the speaker's opinion on the Tesla Cyber truck's performance compared to other electric trucks?

The speaker finds the Cyber truck's powertrain to be impressive, noting that it is very fast and has a strong towing capacity despite the small battery size.

What is the issue with the Cyber truck's charging port according to the speaker?

The issue is that the charging port is located at the rear, which is not compatible with charging stations designed for front charging ports.

What did the speaker think about the Tesla Cyber truck's autopilot feature?

The speaker was disappointed that the autopilot feature was not yet available on the Cyber truck, despite having paid for it.

What is the estimated time to get home for the speaker after the highway reopens?

The estimated time to get home is not specified, but they have at least 320 miles to go.