A top tech YouTuber has gone viral after releasing a brutally honest video detailing the “deal-breaking” issues he’s encountered with his Tesla Cybertruck after driving it for 13,000 miles. Known for his balanced and data-driven reviews, the YouTuber—widely respected in the tech and auto communities—titled the video “The Cybertruck Is Not What I Hoped For.” Within hours, it racked up hundreds of thousands of views and ignited a firestorm of discussion online.
The YouTuber praised the vehicle’s design ambition and innovation but emphasized that several real-world issues are making it hard to recommend. “It’s not about being anti-Tesla,” he said. “It’s about being honest with what ownership is actually like beyond the hype.”
1. Ride Comfort and Suspension Problems
Despite the Cybertruck’s adaptive air suspension, the YouTuber noted that ride quality was inconsistent and at times harsh. On uneven or potholed roads, the truck bounced unpredictably. He reported experiencing jarring movements even at moderate speeds, saying, “It’s fine on glass-smooth highways, but on city roads? It feels like you’re riding a brick with rockets.”
2. Windshield Wiper Issue
The oversized, single windshield wiper—meant to be futuristic—was labeled a “massive fail.” The YouTuber complained that the wiper missed significant portions of the windshield, especially on the passenger side. “It’s too big to work well and too small to cover everything,” he said. “In rain, visibility is shockingly bad for a $100,000 truck.”
3. Rear Visibility and Mirrors
While the side camera mirrors are novel, he found them to be awkward and dangerous in real-world driving. “They introduce lag and aren’t visible in your peripheral vision,” he said. The digital rearview mirror, which relies on a camera feed, often lagged or glitched, leaving him effectively blind at times. “For a truck this big, bad visibility isn’t just inconvenient—it’s unsafe.”
4. Software Bugs and Glitches
The YouTuber detailed numerous software problems that persisted even after over-the-air updates. These included inconsistent touchscreen responsiveness, spontaneous rebooting of the central display while driving, and random freezing of critical features like navigation. “There were times I was on a freeway, and everything went black for 10 seconds,” he said. “That’s not just annoying. That’s terrifying.”
5. Charging Hassles
While Tesla’s Supercharger network remains the best in the EV world, the YouTuber pointed out that the Cybertruck’s large size makes certain charging locations impractical. “I’ve had to block parking spaces or reverse into awkward angles just to fit. And other EV drivers weren’t happy about it.”
6. Stainless Steel Maintenance Nightmare
The vehicle’s iconic stainless steel body, marketed as rugged and durable, turned out to be frustratingly impractical. “It fingerprints like crazy, scratches easily, and is nearly impossible to clean without streaking,” he said, showing footage of the Cybertruck’s sides looking dull and dirty despite constant upkeep. “It looks amazing in photos, but in real life, it’s a mess.”
7. Inconsistent Build Quality
He also mentioned fit-and-finish concerns. Doors didn’t align perfectly, panel gaps were uneven, and some trim pieces squeaked or rattled during daily driving. “It’s clear Tesla rushed production. At $80K and up, that’s not acceptable,” he said.
8. Turning Radius and Parking
The YouTuber explained that while the Cybertruck technically fits in a standard parking space, real-world maneuvering is cumbersome. “Parallel parking in cities is stressful. It has the turning radius of a school bus and the visibility of a submarine.”
9. Road Noise and Cabin Insulation
Despite being a premium vehicle, the YouTuber said the cabin noise was excessive. “You can hear every bump, tire hiss, and echo from the road. At this price point, I expect better insulation.”
10. Lack of Towing Confidence
Although marketed as a utility vehicle, the YouTuber said he lacked confidence using it to tow heavy loads. He cited the software not reliably displaying trailer weight, and performance dipping noticeably even with mid-sized trailers. “It can tow,” he admitted. “But would I take it cross-country with a trailer? No way.”
Final Verdict
After 13,000 miles, the YouTuber said he doesn’t hate the Cybertruck, but wouldn’t buy it again. “It’s cool. It’s bold. But it’s just not refined or practical enough for daily use, especially for the price. The Cybertruck feels like a concept car they started selling too soon.”
He emphasized that for fans of Tesla or tech enthusiasts who value style and innovation over usability, the Cybertruck still might hold appeal. But for those expecting a comfortable, capable, and reliable everyday truck, “There are better choices out there.”
The video ended with a montage of his favorite and least favorite moments: the thrill of instant torque, juxtaposed with slow-motion clips of rainwater pooling on the windshield and a shot of a public charging station he couldn’t access due to the truck’s size.
Reactions to the video were intense. Tesla supporters defended the truck’s uniqueness and potential, while critics pointed to the YouTuber’s list as validation of long-held concerns. Either way, his review added a grounded, real-world perspective to the increasingly polarized debate surrounding Tesla’s most radical vehicle to date.
His final words? “The Cybertruck is like a sci-fi fantasy made real—but living with it every day might just bring you back to Earth.”
