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Despite a two-year delay, Tesla's first Cybertruck has finally emerged from the assembly line. Showcasing its unique wedge shape and stainless-steel design, Tesla signals a significant shakeup in the electric pickup market, challenging the dominance of Ford and Rivian.
With an accompanying cowboy hat-wearing emoji, Tesla proudly declared, "First Cybertruck built at Giga Texas!" Even Elon Musk, the company's owner, joined in on the excitement and retweeted the post.
Initially unveiled by Musk in late 2019, Tesla had originally projected production to commence in late 2021. However, the company has since cautioned that production would begin slowly and in smaller quantities than their other vehicles. Scrapping the conventional pickup truck design, the Cybertruck stands out with its wedge shape and stainless-steel exoskeleton. Despite some analysts being skeptical of its appeal, Tesla remains confident in its potential success.
Though Tesla encountered a minor setback during the truck's unveiling in 2019 when a supposedly unbreakable window cracked under pressure, Musk remains undeterred. He expressed the company's plans in April to deliver the first trucks in the July-through-September quarter. Recognizing the challenges in manufacturing such a radical product, Musk acknowledged the need for a gradual production ramp-up.
Initially, Tesla had outlined three versions of the Cybertruck with price ranges from $40,000 to $70,000. However, the company has since removed pricing details from the ordering page, requiring customers to place a $100 deposit to secure their spot. Meanwhile, other players in the electric truck market, such as the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian Automotive's R1T, have entered the scene with more conventional-looking pickups.
Tesla's progress on the Cybertruck has experienced delays due to component sourcing issues. Musk revealed last year that the launch of the Cybertruck would be pushed back to 2023. Despite the setbacks, Tesla envisions producing a quarter-million Cybertrucks annually, scaling production based on demand. With its entrance into the profitable electric pickup market, Tesla is set to challenge the likes of Ford Motor and Rivian Automotive, both of whom have already launched their electric truck models, albeit in limited quantities.
It was previously reported that Tesla aims to kickstart mass production of the Cybertruck by the end of 2023, solidifying its position in this lucrative sector. Eagerly awaited, the Cybertruck's launch promises to bring a formidable competitor to the electric pickup market and propel Tesla's presence in the industry forward.
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