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We’ve been telling you about the Tesla Cybertruck now for several years, but it just doesn’t seem to ever make it to production. So, what is going on? With the delayed Tesla Cybertruck production, it’s vital that we take a look at some wise words from Elon Musk.

Prototypes are easy, production is hard

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 3, 2021

What is Going on with the Delayed Tesla Cybertruck?

According to the Tesla website, deliveries of the electric pickup truck moved back to 2022. According to the reservation site, there is a new message that states, “You will be able to complete your configuration as production nears in 2022.” This message appears with all three Cybertruck versions, even though the Dual Motor AWD and Tri Motor AWD models originally had a 2021 delivery date.

Musk continues to claim that the Cybertruck design will be one of the best ever. However, the new architecture used seems to be causing trouble. When new vehicles make it to market, the process can be long and tedious. Additionally, the first production model often isn’t the best, so some customers might choose to wait a few years for perfection.

With the Ford Lightning and Electric Silverado hitting the market, Tesla might also be left in the dust. These production delays could cause drivers to switch brands for something more available.

What to Expect

Tesla’s Cybertruck comes out of Austin, Texas at the company’s new facility, currently under construction. The Model Y is being produced alongside the electric truck. Tesla plans to use new methods of production to replace multiple parts with single-piece castings. These components receive power from next-gen battery technology, also in development.

The big question remains – will the Cybertruck ever make it to the roads? The Tesla Semi is another model that was recently pushed back due to a lack of supply for the battery packs. We will have to watch and see.

In the world of electric vehicles, the competition is becoming more fierce. It wasn’t that long ago that we first introduced you to the Lucid Air during our 2021 new cars roundup. Now, with the release of the Lucid model just around the corner, it seems only fitting that we would take a more in-depth look.

What is the Lucid Air?

This new EV aims to be better than anything Tesla can provide. It offers up to 1080 horsepower, plus a maximum of 517-mile driving range. It will be the first model from Lucid Motors, a startup company. The model has an aerodynamic shape that doesn’t just look good, but is also functional. Plus, the cabin is upscale and spacious, topped off with a glass-like canopy.

The new Air combines practical travel with state-of-the-art technology for an all-around ideal journey. If you are on the go, you will love that it can recharge 300 miles in just 20 minutes while using a fast-charging station. This is sure to impress some Tesla owners.

Is Lucid a Good Carmaker?

If you haven’t heard of Lucid Motors yet, there’s no reason for apprehension. In fact, the EV automaker has been supplying batteries to Formula E race cars, so it’s been around the automotive world. This upstate company now looks to take down other alternatives, even competing against the Porsche Taycan and the Tesla Model S.

How it actually performs in the real world is something we have to wait and see. However, anything that disrupts that status norm is a good thing. With more companies switching to EVs, it’s nice to have options. The competition only forces other automakers to do better and offer customers additional features.

We would love to hear your thoughts on the new Lucid vehicle and its capability. Is this something you would drive?

The Tesla Cybertruck is an electric four-door pickup that contains one of the best designs in the world. With that said, there are a lot of features that are not on many trucks. Sure, it’s electric, which makes it different in the first place, but there are also some other unique additions. Here are a few we found interesting.

Plenty of Lights

It has a full-width LED headlight bar. Besides that, it also comes with an auxiliary strip made for driving off-road. This strip is located near the top of the windshield, right below the peak in the roof.

Space Age Construction

The body of the new Cybertruck is made with thick sheets of stainless steel. It is dent- and scratch-resistant. According to Tesla, it can tolerate a 9-mm firearm round. The company also claims the Tesla Armor Glass is extremely strong.

Butterfly Doors

We know it has a covered bed and a trunk integrated into the floor. On top of that, it also contains a front trunk located beneath the hood. The supports placed near the rear of the roof hide compartments under the butterfly doors.

Walk on it

The powered truck bed cover holds the weight of a full-size adult and can be walked on. It will also fully retract and hides between the cabin and bed.

Plenty of Additional Features

The truck comes with an optional Cyberquad battery-run ATV. This ATV is loaded into the bed using the ramp provided. The Tesla truck also comes with a slide-out electric stove that runs on the same battery.

Do You Want a Tesla Cybertruck?

If you would like to buy a Tesla Cybertruck, you can order one now. Once you receive yours, come back and tell us what you think.

If you love electric vehicle news, make sure you check out what Rivian is doing.

Elon Musk recently confirmed that the Tesla Pickup will be revealed next month. Up until now, we’ve only seen some vague images of this electric pickup truck. We know it won’t be a typical truck, but something out of a science-fiction movie.

What to Expect from the Tesla Pickup

The company unofficially calls this truck the Tesla Model B. The initial push-back was related to the lack of charging stations, but Tesla has made great strides in this area. At the end of 2018, there were almost 1,375 Supercharger stations in the world, with more than 11,000 chargers.

We’ve also seen the image of a Tesla hauling a Ford F-150 in its truck bed. This implied that the Tesla truck is better than the Ford favorite. It’s also expected to have at least six seats and provide up to 300,000 pounds of towing power.

Of course, this capability will cost. Right now, the estimated starting price of a Tesla truck is $49,000. We will also have to wait until at least 2021 before we get our hands on one. Here are the specs we do know so far:

• Standard AWD
• Self-Leveling Suspension
• 500-mile range on a single charge
• Semi-autonomous driving system

Electric Truck Competition

Of course, multiple automakers continue to race to debut their electric pickup. We have Rivian, Ford and GM all working on launching an electric pickup within the next few years. Over time, this should help to bring down the price as competition ramps up.

With so many people in the United States purchasing trucks, there seems to be a good market for these companies. Now all that’s left to do is see who comes out on top.

What are your thoughts on the electric truck race? Is there one brand you would trust more than another? Let us know what you think in the comments.

We have word that Tesla Version 10 software is ready for release. It’s set to include plenty of new features, so let’s take a closer look at what’s expected.

New Tesla Version 10 Software Update

It wasn’t that long ago that Tesla released the version 9 update. It was the first revision in years, but now we get access to version 10 much quicker.

Elon Musk took to Twitter to confirm some of the features of version 10. It includes numerous games and some updated infotainment enhancements. The highway Autopilot also gets some improvements along with upgraded traffic light & stop sign recognition.

Besides, a few of these features require a “premium connectivity” package, so don’t expect them to be free. The full release might arrive in August. Tesla already has several fleet vehicles testing the upgrades.

What We Think

We think the lineup of features sounds exciting. Plus, we give the company credit for getting it done so fast. However, it’s hard to believe it will be released when planned. This isn’t an area they seem to move quickly on and might run into some troubles.

The level of updates might also justify a price increase. It wouldn’t be surprising if the prices of new models didn’t jump up slightly to reflect the latest tech.

Still, this shows why Tesla continues to be the company to follow. They always improve upon their vehicles and aim to keep the customer happy. The purchase of a car isn’t the end for this company, as software updates continue to enhance the experience.

Keep in mind that not all cars have the capability to receive updates. Vehicles must have the newest MCU (media unit), but Musk says owners can upgrade this. Still, we’ve heard about complaints regarding this upgrade. It isn’t as easy as it sounds, from what we understand.