Tesla’s much-awaited Master Plan Part 3 has finally been released, and the EV community is buzzing with excitement. The 41-page document titled “Sustainable Energy for all of Earth” covers various topics, including Tesla’s vision for the future of electric transportation, solar power, and energy storage. While the entire document is packed with information, it’s the details about the Cybertruck that have piqued the most interest on social media.
One particular section of the plan titled “Batteries for Transportation” reveals that the Cybertruck will have a battery pack size of 100 kWh. This information has caused some concern among EV enthusiasts who believe that the pack’s size may not provide the necessary range for a large electric pickup.
Tesla is known for its impressive battery technology and has managed to achieve impressive range figures on its flagship vehicles, the Model S and Model X, which use the same 100 kWh battery pack. The Model S has an estimated range of 405 miles, while the heavier Model X can travel up to 348 miles under the same conditions.
Based on these figures, it’s possible that the Cybertruck could achieve a range of around 300 miles with the same 100 kWh pack. However, the range could be significantly reduced when towing or hauling heavy loads or in colder temperatures.
Tesla’s rivals, including Ford and Rivian, have announced plans for electric pickups with battery packs that are 130 kWh or more. This has led some to speculate that the 100 kWh pack for the Cybertruck may be a starting point, and Tesla could offer larger packs for customers who require more range.
Another factor to consider is Tesla’s efficiency compared to other EVs. Tesla has a history of achieving impressive range figures with smaller battery packs due to its advanced battery technology and efficiency improvements.
While it’s unclear at this point what Tesla’s plans are for the Cybertruck’s battery pack, it’s possible that the 100 kWh pack could be a base model with a range of around 300 miles. However, given Tesla’s history of offering larger battery packs as an option, it’s likely that customers who require more range will have that option available to them.
As always, Tesla has managed to generate a lot of excitement and speculation with its latest Master Plan, and we’ll have to wait and see what the future holds for the Cybertruck.
