In a bold demonstration of Tesla’s Cybertruck’s utility and durability, farmer and rancher Mr. Smith has been putting the all-electric vehicle through rigorous tests, showcasing its capability to perform tasks traditionally handled by gas-powered pickups.
Smith, who farms in a remote area requiring a 40-minute drive from his home, has been employing the Cybertruck’s robust 123 kWh battery to power a variety of heavy-duty equipment. Among the more striking of his demonstrations was the Cybertruck towing a diesel generator, an unusual sight as the generator chugged along rural roads while supplying power to the truck.
The Cybertruck’s bed, far from pristine, has been laden with a range of tools and equipment, including a standalone commercial welder and a plasma cutter. Despite the heavy load, Smith asserts that the Cybertruck’s bed space surpasses that of his previous truck, thanks in part to its additional front trunk (frunk) and the strategically placed 2x110V and 1x240V outlets near the tailgate.
In one notable test, Smith used the Cybertruck to operate a welding machine and plasma cutter while fixing a leak in a rusty pipe. The vehicle’s ample battery capacity handled the power demands effortlessly, with the 50A welding machine consuming approximately 9.6 kWh per hour, demonstrating the truck’s impressive energy reserves.
However, the Cybertruck’s journey was not without its challenges. In another stunt, the vehicle found itself bogged down in a heavily irrigated, muddy field. An apparent oversight in turning off the traction control led to the truck being extricated by a powerful Ford pickup.
Smith’s hands-on approach and creative use of the Cybertruck underscore Tesla’s ambition to redefine what an electric vehicle can achieve in rugged, real-world conditions.
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