Why Won't Feds Crash Test the Tesla Cybertruck? The Truth Revealed!

Feds currently have no plans for independent crash tests on the Tesla Cybertruck.

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Concerns arise over Cybertruck's safety standards due to its stainless steel body and unique design.

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Tesla showcased in-house crash tests during Cybertruck's unveiling, but no external crash test data provided.

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Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety plan to crash test the Cybertruck independently.

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Limited initial production and expected ramp-up by 2025 cited as possible reasons for the absence of crash tests.

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Questions linger regarding the safety of over 1 million potential Cybertrucks on U.S. roads without independent crash testing.

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NHTSA commits to testing other EVs this year but excludes Cybertruck from the list.

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Lack of crash tests leaves Cybertruck safety rating uncertain, raising doubts among potential buyers.

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Despite the lack of official tests, concerns persist about Cybertruck's safety performance in real-world scenarios.

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