The Cybertruck: Where Form Meets Function… or Not?
The Never-Ending List of Design Fails
The Tesla Cybertruck is proof that sometimes a futuristic look really isn’t practical. We’d like to be able to finally give it a break, but the list of Cybertruck design fails just keeps on growing.
Snow, Snow, and More Snow
The latest issue has been brought to light by the arrival of winter in the northern hemisphere. The Cybertruck was only released last November and the rollout was slow, so for many owners, this is the first time their vehicle has encountered snow.
A Guttered Headlight Conundrum
We’ve seen complaints about the Cybertruck’s unusual lights before, but the latest issue that’s been brought up on social media is the placement of the headlights. Inexplicably, they’re set back in a gutter instead of being flush with the car’s body, and that gutter can accumulate mud, sand, and, yes, snow.
A Snow-Covered Headlight Problem
While the daytime running light is relatively easy to keep snow-free, the headlights have a deep shelf in front of them that allows snow to build up and cover the lights. And it seems that’s not just an issue when the car is stationary. Some people have reported having to stop on the road to clean the lights.
The Verdict from the Reddit Community
Over on Reddit, some people are saying they now understand why the vehicle isn’t considered roadworthy in some countries. Others are less surprised. "You’re telling me this thing is poorly designed?! Well, colour me shocked. SHOCKED," one person wrote.
A Lesson in Design
Tesla’s whole schtick is that they pretend to innovate by ignoring a century of optimization of design and use by the automobile industry. And I’m starting to think that there’s a good point there. While there’s definitely a place for rule breaking in design, rules that enhance road safety probably aren’t the ones to break. Tesla needs to recognize that sometimes everyone else does things in a certain way for a good reason.
Conclusion
The Cybertruck remains the most divisive car design we’ve seen for a long time. Some people love poking fun at it, while others are so in love with it they’ll buy Tesla’s miniature flying Cybertruck. For now, it seems that the design flaws are piling up, and the Cybertruck is getting a reputation for being more form over function.
FAQs
Q: Is the Cybertruck really that poorly designed?
A: Yes, the latest issues with snow accumulation on the headlights suggest that the design may not be as practical as intended.
Q: Why does the Cybertruck have a guttered headlight design?
A: The reasons behind the design choice are unclear, but it seems that Tesla may have prioritized aesthetics over function in this case.
Q: Is the Cybertruck considered roadworthy in all countries?
A: No, the Cybertruck is not considered roadworthy in some countries due to its design flaws.
