Re:Tesla Releases Stripped RWD Cybertruck: So Much Worse for...
by danans on Sunday April 13, 2025 @05:54PM
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> It was supposed to be a novel structural design with an affordable price tag
Who buys a car for its "novel structural design"?
Most buy a car for some combination of transportation/utility, comfort/performance, and social signaling, in varying proportions depending on their needs/circumstances, desires, and personality.
The CT's appeal seems to lean heavily on the last 2 of those characteristics, since as you point out, a common pickup truck would be more functional and far cheaper.
Who buys a car for its "novel structural design"?
Most buy a car for some combination of transportation/utility, comfort/performance, and social signaling, in varying proportions depending on their needs/circumstances, desires, and personality.
The CT's appeal seems to lean heavily on the last 2 of those characteristics, since as you point out, a common pickup truck would be more functional and far cheaper.