WhistlinDiesel's Extreme Stress Test: Tesla Cybertruck vs. Ford F-150
YouTuber Cody Detwiler, known as WhistlinDiesel, finally got his hands on a Tesla Cybertruck. In a video released on Friday, Detwiler puts Tesla's first truck model to the test against a Ford F-150, exploring where the Cybertruck excels and where it falls short as a true 'truck.'
The Ultimate Stress Test
Detwiler and his Tennessee-based team put the Cybertruck through a series of viral claims, including its supposed blast-proof capabilities. By strapping C-4 explosives to the door frames of both the Cybertruck and the F-150, they discovered that while the Cybertruck's steel doors held up, the F-150's doors did not.
The Major Red Flag
The most significant issue arose not during an extreme test but during a routine task common in the truck community: towing another truck. After the F-150 failed a simulated pothole test, Detwiler attempted to pull it off the hazard. However, with the first tug, the Cybertruck's bumper and hitch broke off, snapping the frame.
"Our whole frame just snapped!" Detwiler exclaimed. "The hitch is hooked up to what? It just came off. You can't even fix that. That's a totaled truck. What good does the hitch do if it's just barely on aluminum?"
Cybertruck's Structural Challenges
According to Tesla's service manual, the Cybertruck is composed of components made from varying grades of aluminum or steel. It boasts a towing capacity of 11,000 pounds, almost double that of the F-150. However, it's unclear if the Cybertruck sustained critical rear-end damage before the towing attempt. The Cybertruck had completed the same hazard test as the F-150 but had suffered impacts and potential stress from previous tasks.
The Towing Test Revelation
Detwiler first noticed the Cybertruck's tow hitch during a speed bump test, where damage exposed the hitch. He continued to push the vehicle through various extreme challenges, including the viral "Frunk finger test" that has injured other enthusiasts.
Seeking Answers
Detwiler's tests were conducted as early as late May, with the video released in early August. He expressed concerns about the Cybertruck's failures and has tried to contact Tesla to discuss these issues. Despite his sensational and entertaining approach, Detwiler believes the flaws revealed warrant changes for improvement.
"They're ignoring my messages; there are memes everywhere about it, and they haven't contacted me," Detwiler said. "It's not about being offended. I'm just mind-blown. I'm going to find every weak link in this truck, and I'm not biased; I do this with other trucks too. It's not like I just hate the Cybertruck."
Reaching Out for Resolution
After receiving no response from Tesla via social media, Detwiler reached out to a contact number he obtained earlier when he faced charging issues. He texted, "There are critical failures on the Cybertruck that need to be addressed." He was advised to contact his local Tesla service center, but he seeks more direct engagement. If the Cybertruck is returned fixed, Detwiler plans to continue testing its limits.
By the end of the video, it was clear that Detwiler's extreme testing methods revealed both strengths and weaknesses in Tesla's highly anticipated Cybertruck, sparking conversations about its true capabilities and areas for improvement.
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