Tesla’s Cybertruck has been turning heads since its launch last year for its futuristic design and bold durability promises.
However, its unconventional shape reportedly posed unexpected challenges for its owners.
Cybertruck owners have reported problems with windshield wipers being damaged in the rain and emergency trips with sharp panels, and one owner says his futuristic truck nearly caused a fatal accident. even claims.
Now, one owner said he is struggling to find a way to clean the huge truck.
Drive the Cybertruck away with a car wash
TikToker and influencer Courtney Ferris (@courtferriswheel3) sparked controversy when she revealed in a video that her Cybertruck would not be accepted at a car wash.
“Well, it turns out you can’t drive a Cybertruck through this car wash,” Ferris said near the car wash. “Tesla Cybertrucks are not allowed (Tesla’s warranty covers car wash damage. I don’t do that),” he said, showing me a sign that read. ”
“I don’t know why, but Cybertrucks are not allowed,” Ferris continued. “Maybe it’s because it’s too big. Or it looks like a trash can. I don’t know.”
“Hand washing only,” she captioned the video.
Can I take my Cybertruck to the car wash?
Some Cybertruck owners share the same complaint. forum, subredditdetails about car washes that refused to accept trucks.
According to reports, this is due to the following potential damages: example There, the man’s truck stopped working completely after being washed, but was eventually repaired.
But Tesla warned Cybertruck owners not to use automatic car washes manual. They also said Damage caused by car washing is not covered by the warranty.
“Tesla does not recommend putting your Cybertruck through an automatic car wash,” the website advises.
Instead, if using water, owners should “use a hose to rinse dirt and grit from the vehicle,” “mix a neutral pH soap (such as car shampoo) with the water,” or “wash the Cybertruck with a soft detergent.” You are instructed to wash your hands. sponge. “
In the comments, most users criticized Kourtney for not reading the signs at the car wash correctly. Some people criticize Cybertrucks in general.
“I guess it’s because (Tesla’s warranty doesn’t cover damage from car washes),” one user joked, referring to the sign’s text.
“Literally why is that written on the paper you showed me LOL,” wrote another, to which Ferris jokingly replied, “I can’t read it.”
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“Because it’s literally built like a plastic toy car,” said a third. “A simple car wash will cause damage (lol)”
The Daily Dot reached out to Ferris via email and Instagram direct message, and also contacted Tesla via email.
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