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Time of India
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
'4 month-long' ..., the reason that made a man in Texas return his Tesla Cybertruck same day
A Texas man returned his newly purchased Tesla Cybertruck on the same day he picked it up. According to a Techoreon report, the user returned his Tesla after discovering the vehicle had been sitting in storage for four months. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Reza Soltani, who ordered the electric truck on April 25, was shocked to receive a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a pickup notification within hours of placing the order. Curious about the speedy delivery, Soltani asked Tesla for more details and was told the vehicle had left the factory on January 8. Concerned about the potential effects of long-term storage on an electric vehicle, especially the battery and body condition, he decided to reject the unit and return it immediately, the report states. Unsold Tesla inventory piles up Tesla's practice of stockpiling unsold Cybertrucks has been widely documented. Images posted online have shown hundreds of vehicles parked in outdoor lots, raising concerns about deterioration due to prolonged exposure to the elements. According to reports, while some of them await delivery, many reportedly lack buyers. Analysts suggest the company has built significantly more Cybertrucks than it has sold, forcing it to cut prices and look to new markets like Saudi Arabia in an effort to offload excess stock. A DailyMail report quotes internal sources who say that the production target for several Cybertruck lines have been cut, and manufacturing teams have been reduced by half. To attract customers, Tesla is allegedly offering free lifetime charging for its $95,000 Foundation Series Cybertruck. Weather exposure raises quality concerns Experts warn that electric vehicles (EVs) are especially vulnerable to environmental damage. Exposure to sun, rain, and temperature swings can degrade batteries, reduce charge capacity, cause moisture buildup, and even lead to rust, according to The Cool Down. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Tesla's Cybertruck, already under scrutiny for high repair costs and multiple recalls, may suffer even more if stored outdoors for extended periods, the DailMail report adds. Soltani's reaction highlights growing buyer skepticism around Tesla's inventory management, particularly with the Cybertruck, which has faced production delays, quality issues, and high repair costs.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Tesla customers stunned after discovering worrying detail about Elon Musk's electric vehicles
Tesla customers were left stunned when they learned that their newly-purchased Cybertrucks have been deteriorating as they were left sitting outside for months. Reza Solanti, of Texas, for example, said he ordered a Cybertruck on April 25 and received an immediate notification that his vehicle was ready for pickup, Techoreon reports. When he then questioned the quick turnaround, a Tesla employee told him that the truck left the factory on January 8 - meaning that it had been exposed to the elements for more than four months. Solanti then decided he would not keep the electric vehicle - which could face significant quality and reliability issues from being left outside for so long. The elements are not good for cars in general, but electric vehicles suffer greater risks - like battery degradation from temperature fluctuations, reduced charge capacity, moisture damage from inadequate ventilation and possible rust formation, according to The Cool Down. Cybertrucks, in particular, also already struggle from rapid depreciation due to ridiculously high repair costs, numerous recalls and manufacturing problems. That, in addition to CEO Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump White House - which prompted worldwide protests of Teslas and sent it stock plummeting - left the company with thousands of unsold Cybertrucks. In the days before the vehicle was released in late 2023, Musk had claimed that Tesla had more than one million reservations for the vehicle, according to Business Insider. But since the Cybertrucks were released to the public, Tesla has sold just over 46,000 of the vehicles, Fortune reports. Its sales dwindled even further in the first three months of 2025 - falling to 6,406 units sold, compared to 12,991 units the quarter before. Making matters worse, the company had to halt deliveries in March due to concerns the side paneling was falling off - and days later, Tesla recalled every single Cybertruck ever sold due to the issue. That marked the eighth recall on the Cybertruck in just about 15 months of production. In fact, just one month before, the company recalled an additional 375,000 vehicles due to a steering issue. Photographs now show thousands of unsold vehicles outside of the company's factories. Some are awaiting delivery, while others lack buyers. CEO Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump White House prompted worldwide protests of Teslas and sent it stock plummeting In an effort to get customers back, Tesla has offered a lifetime of free charging for customers who buy a new Foundation Series Cybertruck - though that model comes with a $95,000 price tag. Tesla executives also unveiled a cheaper version of the vehicles, costing about $70,000 and is offering financing deals as low as zero percent on the new version of the Model Y. At the same time, the EV maker dropped production targets for several Cybertruck lines over the past few months, two employees told Business Insider. It also reportedly cut Cybertruck production teams by about half. But still, the company has continued to see its sales plummet. By the end of the first quarter last month, profits cratered 71 percent as the EV giant pulling in $409 million compared to $1.4 billion during the same stretch last year. In China, sales are also down over 18 percent compared to last year, UK sales are down 62 percent and German sales are down 46 percent. Tesla's stock price also shed nearly 40 percent of its value since January, when Musk started serving as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and was spotted everywhere with President Donald Trump. The outspoken EV CEO has since confirmed to an audience at the Qatar Economic Forum that he would no longer fund political campaigns after he had 'done enough.' When asked if he was sure about his job security, Musk responded with a quip. 'Well, no, I might die,' he said while laughing. He also told the live audience that his time as a campaign contributor will be winding down. 'In terms of political spending, I'm going to do a lot less in the future,' he said when asked about his efforts to help Republicans. In the meantime, prospective Cybertruck buyers are encouraged to ask specific questions about their vehicle's production dates and storage histories before finalizing purchases. Those concerned about getting an older vehicle can also request documentation showing when their vehicle left the factory.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tesla customers shocked after uncovering truth about 'new' vehicles they purchased — and it's part of a discouraging trend
Tesla customers have serious concerns about receiving vehicles that have deteriorated from months of outdoor storage, as one Texas buyer discovered when they learned their "new" Cybertruck had been sitting in a lot since January. As Techoreon reported, Reza Soltani ordered the truck April 25 and received an immediate notification that his vehicle was ready for pickup. When he questioned the quick turnaround, a Tesla representative revealed the truck had left the factory Jan. 8 — meaning it was exposed to the elements for four-plus months. Soltani decided not to keep the vehicle. According to Techoreon, photographers have documented thousands of unsold Cybertrucks piled up outside production facilities. Some vehicles await delivery, while others lack buyers. The situation reflects a fundamental mismatch between production and demand. Tesla has manufactured far more Cybertrucks than customers want to purchase, leading the company to drastically lower prices and expand into markets such as Saudi Arabia to stabilize sales. Fortune reports that Tesla has reduced Cybertruck production and cut production teams by up to half. Buyers who receive vehicles that were stored outdoors for months face potential quality and reliability issues. Electric vehicles suffer particular risks during extended storage, including battery degradation from temperature fluctuations, reduced charge capacity, moisture damage from inadequate ventilation, and possible rust formation. The Cybertruck already struggles with rapid depreciation due to sky-high repair costs, numerous recalls, and manufacturing problems. Many customers want fresh-from-the-factory vehicles, not units that have weathered months of outdoor exposure. This inventory buildup could also slow the broader transition to electric vehicles if quality concerns discourage potential EV buyers. Past Tesla challenges have raised similar customer concerns, from delivery delays to quality control issues that have also impacted sales numbers. This latest inventory crisis adds another layer of uncertainty for potential buyers weighing their options. Prospective Tesla buyers should ask specific questions about vehicle production dates and storage histories before finalizing purchases. Those concerned about getting older inventory can request documentation showing when their vehicle left the factory. What's more, installing solar panels dramatically increases the cost savings associated with EV ownership — because fueling with solar energy costs less than using public charging stations or relying on the grid. EnergySage provides a free service that makes it easy to compare quotes from vetted local installers and save up to $10,000 on a solar installation. Would you ever consider buying a Tesla Cybertruck? Absolutely Never in a million years Maybe if it was way cheaper I already have one Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
