Cybertruck first reported crash

carseatsm5 · 12-29-2023, 01:44 PM

Tesla’s stainless steel Cybertruck was involved in its first reported accident after finally hitting the road last month — and it wasn’t pretty for the other car.

A Toyota Corolla was left crumpled after appearing to collide head-on with the fully electric, bomber-like vehicle on Thursday, according to a Reddit post that showed photos of the accident.

The Toyota’s front end was completely demolished, with the sedan’s side airbags deployed as it rested on the side of the road with its hood popped open and a headlight dangling, one photo shows.

The Cybertruck, meanwhile, appeared in perfect condition — though the front end wasn’t clearly visible — as it straddled the yellow line on a two-lane road in Palo Alto, Calif., according to the Reddit post, which was earlier reported on by the Verge.

https://nypost.com/2023/12/29/busine...eported-crash/

Sedoy · 12-29-2023, 02:41 PM

The impact was on the left side of the Cybertruck. It's not perfect, but definitely look less severe. The big question is how repairable it's going to be, considering the mega casting in the rear and super-hard steel exterior...

https://www.reddit.com/r/cybertruck/...-crash-photos/

TheMidnightNarwhal · 12-29-2023, 02:48 PM

Man the original article title is such clickbait. The Reddit post is clear that the corolla ran into the side of the cybertruck.

carseatsm5 · 12-29-2023, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

Man the original article title is such clickbait. The Reddit post is clear that the corolla ran into the side of the cybertruck.

Yeah I see that now. Still pretty amazing the relative damage.

07ImolaRot · 12-29-2023, 03:18 PM

nobody gives a damn

TheMidnightNarwhal · 12-29-2023, 03:39 PM

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nobody gives a damn

Then why browse the non BMW general automotive section, and not only but post in a thread in it? I'm confused from your comment

I think it's going to be pretty interesting to see how insurance is going to deal with it.

gblansten · 12-29-2023, 04:22 PM

My understanding is that a Tesla robot attacked the Honda driver and then the Cybertruck crashed into the Honda as well. Then the Cybertruck caught on fire later and 150,000,000 gallons of water was needed to quench the conflagration.

Despite all of this the eagle of freedom flew down and lifted the Honda driver to safety while playing God Bless America on bagpipes once owned by Thomas Jefferson.

FC4 · 12-29-2023, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by gblansten

My understanding is that a Tesla robot attacked the Honda driver and then the Cybertruck crashed into the Honda as well. Then the Cybertruck caught on fire later and 150,000,000 gallons of water was needed to quench the conflagration.

Despite all of this the eagle of freedom flew down and lifted the Honda driver to safety while playing God Bless America on bagpipes once owned by Thomas Jefferson.

RM7 · 12-29-2023, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by carseatsm5

Tesla’s stainless steel Cybertruck was involved in its first reported accident after finally hitting the road last month — and it wasn’t pretty for the other car.

A Toyota Corolla was left crumpled after appearing to collide head-on with the fully electric, bomber-like vehicle on Thursday, according to a Reddit post that showed photos of the accident.

The Toyota’s front end was completely demolished, with the sedan’s side airbags deployed as it rested on the side of the road with its hood popped open and a headlight dangling, one photo shows.

The Cybertruck, meanwhile, appeared in perfect condition — though the front end wasn’t clearly visible — as it straddled the yellow line on a two-lane road in Palo Alto, Calif., according to the Reddit post, which was earlier reported on by the Verge.

https://nypost.com/2023/12/29/busine...eported-crash/

The reportedly minor injuries were in the Cybertruck according to the articles I read. You want the front end to absorb energy in the crash, that's what attenuates the impact. I'm sure the Tesla also has crush zones, as it's mandated, but the actual impact angle will matter a lot.

RM7 · 12-29-2023, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by gblansten

My understanding is that a Tesla robot attacked the Honda driver and then the Cybertruck crashed into the Honda as well. Then the Cybertruck caught on fire later and 150,000,000 gallons of water was needed to quench the conflagration.

Despite all of this the eagle of freedom flew down and lifted the Honda driver to safety while playing God Bless America on bagpipes once owned by Thomas Jefferson.

This is pretty much what happened, but you left out the AR-15s.

swagon · 12-29-2023, 09:07 PM

This just in - a car accident happened, AGAIN.

MJBO · 12-29-2023, 09:24 PM

Gotta love garbage reporting with sensationalised headlines.

chassis · 12-29-2023, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by gblansten

My understanding is that a Tesla robot attacked the Honda driver and then the Cybertruck crashed into the Honda as well. Then the Cybertruck caught on fire later and 150,000,000 gallons of water was needed to quench the conflagration.

Despite all of this the eagle of freedom flew down and lifted the Honda driver to safety while playing God Bless America on bagpipes once owned by Thomas Jefferson.

Thanks I needed a good laugh.

dreamingat30fps · 12-29-2023, 10:48 PM

Fake news source.

"The only injury noted was a 'suspected minor injury' to the Cybertruck driver, though he declined medical transportation."

Apparently being burned alive while simultaneously turning into ground beef is a "minor injury". You might fool the sheeple with your fake news, but I've been in the "still want an EV thread" I know the TRUTH!

Efthreeoh · 12-30-2023, 09:19 AM

So, the 17-year-old Corolla driver was fucking around in his Corolla (he must have thought he has an SR - was it?), lost control and hit the Cybertruck with a glancing blow. I feel bad for the Cybertruck owner. I hope Tesla can come up with a new one for him ASAP.

carseatsm5 · 12-30-2023, 11:17 AM

Was just stirring the pot with this one. The responses met my expectations.

chassis · 12-30-2023, 11:42 AM

At least the capability of the local FD to pump 150m gallons of water was confirmed. That's a relief.

NikMN · 12-30-2023, 12:21 PM

How much to replace that corrola vs fixing look at me thing?

allinon72 · 12-30-2023, 01:13 PM

What level of attention-seeking do you have to be to drive one of those things...holy cow. I guess attention is the currency in modern times.

Efthreeoh · 12-30-2023, 03:32 PM

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What level of attention-seeking do you have to be to drive one of those things...holy cow. I guess attention is the currency in modern times.

I have to be honest, the looks of it are starting to grow on me.

ShocknAwe · 12-30-2023, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

I have to be honest, the looks of it are starting to grow on me.

I mean I never grew out of tangram tiles either.

Efthreeoh · 12-30-2023, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

I mean I never grew out of tangram tiles either.

I sort of like the aggressive cab forward design. For a non-work truck bed configuration, I think it is a great design. Not sure why the windshield center rearview mirror can't display the rear camera image though. Thank God it doesn't follow the rest of the Tesla family design theme.

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carseatsm5 Lieutenant 838 Rep 478 Posts Drives: 2020 M5 Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Tesla’s stainless steel Cybertruck was involved in its first reported accident after finally hitting the road last month — and it wasn’t pretty for the other car. A Toyota Corolla was left crumpled after appearing to collide head-on with the fully electric, bomber-like vehicle on Thursday, according to a Reddit post that showed photos of the accident. The Toyota’s front end was completely demolished, with the sedan’s side airbags deployed as it rested on the side of the road with its hood popped open and a headlight dangling, one photo shows. The Cybertruck, meanwhile, appeared in perfect condition — though the front end wasn’t clearly visible — as it straddled the yellow line on a two-lane road in Palo Alto, Calif., according to the Reddit post, which was earlier reported on by the Verge. https://nypost.com/2023/12/29/busine...eported-crash/ Attached Images
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Sedoy Captain 680 Rep 997 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	The impact was on the left side of the Cybertruck. It's not perfect, but definitely look less severe. The big question is how repairable it's going to be, considering the mega casting in the rear and super-hard steel exterior... https://www.reddit.com/r/cybertruck/...-crash-photos/ Attached Images Last edited by Sedoy; 12-29-2023 at 02:46 PM..
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