In an exciting display of automotive innovation, Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla’s Chief Designer, took the highly anticipated Cybertruck for a spin at the inaugural Electrified Cars & Coffee event hosted at the prestigious Petersen Automotive Museum. This exclusive gathering provided lucky Tesla enthusiasts with an up-close look at one of the latest Cybertruck builds, hinting at its imminent production-readiness. Social media was abuzz with captivating photos and videos capturing the truck’s unique features and impressive performance.
Amidst the buzz, onlookers were treated to a remarkable sight as von Holzhausen expertly maneuvered the Cybertruck up to the top floor of the Petersen Museum’s parkade. From there, eager fans had the opportunity to marvel at the vehicle’s cutting-edge design and witness the intriguing rear-wheel steering mechanism in action, with footage providing the best glimpse yet of this feature.
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Cybertruck rear wheel steering in action! pic.twitter.com/lkKR2bkVQ2
— Ryan Zohoury (@RyanZohoury) June 25, 2023
Among the notable details revealed during the event was the Cybertruck’s charge port, which showcased a captivating backlit silhouette, accentuating the truck’s iconic triangular shape. Furthermore, attendees were introduced to the powered tonneau cover, a convenient addition to the truck’s functionality. While the durability of this feature remains to be tested in real-world conditions, initial videos demonstrated its smooth and seamless operation, setting high expectations for its performance.
Cybertruck charge port 👀 pic.twitter.com/zyiWAUxvmk
— Ryan Zohoury (@RyanZohoury) June 25, 2023
Another exciting discovery at the event was the presence of ventilated seats in the Cybertruck. This feature, while not entirely surprising given Tesla’s commitment to enhancing comfort and luxury, adds an extra touch of sophistication to the vehicle. In fact, it aligns with the upcoming Project Highland refresh for the Model 3, which is also anticipated to offer this sought-after amenity.
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Cybertruck has perforated seats, looks like we’ll be getting seat ventilation! pic.twitter.com/V2tL8A1ePf
— Zack (@BLKMDL3) June 25, 2023
Enthusiasts and Tesla supporters were thrilled to capture the memorable moments shared by von Holzhausen behind the wheel of the Cybertruck as he navigated public streets after the event. Videos and photos circulated widely, further fueling the anticipation surrounding this groundbreaking electric pickup truck.
With the Cybertruck’s production-ready version making its public appearance, Tesla’s commitment to revolutionizing the automotive industry with bold design, advanced technology, and sustainability remains steadfast. As the company continues to refine and perfect its electric vehicle offerings, the world eagerly awaits the arrival of the Cybertruck on the streets, poised to redefine the concept of a modern pickup truck.
Close up videos of the Cybertruck on display at the Peterson 👀 pic.twitter.com/iWM7fMM5HE
— Ryan Zohoury (@RyanZohoury) June 25, 2023
A quick peek inside the Cybertruck as Franz drives it off pic.twitter.com/Fly2XxWugP
— Ryan Zohoury (@RyanZohoury) June 25, 2023
Cybertruck cameras have the red tint to them, HW4 pic.twitter.com/6w5YoajL3l
— Zack (@BLKMDL3) June 25, 2023
THE TONNEAU IN ALL GLORY!
"It works, unlike the Rivian!" hahahah
Are you ready for the @Tesla Cybertruck?! pic.twitter.com/XnvTPooULJ
— Greggertruck (@greggertruck) June 25, 2023
THE TONNEAU IN ALL GLORY!
"It works, unlike the Rivian!" hahahah
Are you ready for the @Tesla Cybertruck?! pic.twitter.com/XnvTPooULJ
— Greggertruck (@greggertruck) June 25, 2023