Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybertruck has reached 2 million reservations, according to a crowdsourced online reservation tracker. This makes the angular, stainless steel pickup truck the most pre-ordered vehicle in history.
The Cybertruck was first unveiled by Tesla in 2019 and generated significant buzz with its futuristic design. The vehicle features an exoskeleton made of ultra-hard 30X cold-rolled stainless steel, which is designed to be dent, scratch and shatterproof. It will also come equipped with Tesla’s Autopilot advanced driver assist system.
In terms of performance, Tesla claims the Cybertruck will have a range of up to 500 miles on a single charge and be capable of towing up to 14,000 pounds. The company plans to offer three different Cybertruck models when production begins, though exact pricing remains unknown. Tesla initially announced potential starting prices ranging from $39,900 to $69,900, but those figures are likely outdated.
The 2 million reservations indicate tremendous demand for Tesla’s first pickup offering and a willingness by consumers to embrace electric vehicles in a broader range of vehicle classes. As the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, Tesla’s successful pre-order numbers further solidify its position and viability.
The reservations also suggest a promising future for electric pickup trucks more broadly. Legacy automakers like Ford and GM have announced plans for all-electric trucks in the coming years. But if the Cybertruck’s early reception is any indication, Tesla will have a head start meeting burgeoning consumer appetite for electric pickups.
While an official production date has not been set, Tesla aims to start delivering the first Cybertrucks by late 2023. The 2 million reservation backlog represents potential revenue for the company, though exact dollar figures are unknown without finalized pricing. As Cybertruck production scales up, it could become a notable contributor to Tesla’s bottom line.
The Cybertruck preorder frenzy demonstrates Tesla’s talent for generating customer enthusiasm and demand for its boundary-pushing vehicles. With 2 million reservations in hand, the company now faces the challenge of successfully ramping up production to turn all those preorders into deliveries.
