Elon Musk Sounds Mad About the Cybertruck Looking Sloppy in Leaked Email

Elon Musk expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of the Cybertruck in a leaked email to Tesla workers, emphasizing the need for "sub 10 micron accuracy," leading to criticism and doubts about the feasibility of achieving such precision.

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8/23/2023

Elon Musk shows off production Cybertruck in Texas

Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased a production version of the company's long-delayed Cybertruck on social media, as the electric vehicle manufacturer aims to enter the profitable pickup segment and compete with rivals Ford and Rivian.

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After Driving a Cybertruck With Fit & Finish Issues, Elon Musk Rallies Tesla Employees To Achieve LEGO Precision

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Cybertruck: Musk complains about quality issues while teasing 'production candidate'

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Tesla hasn’t issued final pricing or specs for Cybertruck as Musk memo warns of manufacturing challenges

Tesla CEO Elon Musk expressed concern over the "precision" in manufacturing the Cybertruck due to its "straight edges" and the visibility of dimensional variations, indicating that Tesla is still struggling with ensuring high quality for the highly anticipated electric pickup truck.

9/8/2023

New Photos Reveal Updates to Tesla Cybertruck Interior Amid Continued Production Delays

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9/16/2023

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