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India's First Tesla Cybertruck Lands In Gujarat Before Official Launch

India's First Tesla Cybertruck Lands In Gujarat Before Official Launch

NDTV29-04-2025

Tesla is anticipated to enter the Indian market soon. However, people who want to own the EV seem to be losing patience. One such person is Lavji Daliya, a businessman from Gujarat, who imported India's first Tesla Cybertruck. Additionally, claims are that this is currently the only Cybertruck in the country. This unit of the electric pickup truck was spotted on the flatbed of a truck a few days ago with a Dubai registration plate.
The unique design of the Cybertruck is attracting lots of attention in India. This is because of the unique design with sharp edges, complemented by a stainless steel body. The American automaker even claimed that the vehicle is bulletproof against 9 mm bullets. It also has a massive road presence with an overall length of 5.87 meters.
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The electric pickup truck features a design characterized by flat lines and boasts simple interior styling. A prominent feature of the vehicle is its central infotainment touchscreen, which allows occupants to interact with the truck and manage all its functionalities.
The Tesla Cybertruck is available in three versions: Long Range, All-Wheel Drive, and Cyberbeast. The Cyberbeast is the most powerful model in the lineup, offering an estimated range of 514 km on a single charge. It can go from 0 to 96 km/h in just 2.6 seconds, with a maximum speed capped at 209 km/h. In contrast, the Long-Range model provides the greatest distance of 582 km per charge.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk-led Tesla is set to step into the Indian market. Reports suggest, the first showroom of the automaker will open in BKC, Mumbai. The first model to be launched in the country will likely be the Tesla Model Y, which has been spotted earlier on multiple occasions revealing details of the design.

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