Preppers Blast Cybertruck: Why Tesla’s Steel Beast Fails the Apocalypse Test

Many prepper communities are now criticizing Tesla’s Cybertruck, calling into question Elon Musk’s claims that the vehicle is “apocalypse level safe.”

Despite its tough stainless steel exterior and armored appearance, survival experts point to the truck’s heavy reliance on electronics, limited range, and poor off-road performance as major drawbacks for true disaster scenarios.

The Cybertruck, initially marketed with dystopian themes and survivalist appeal, has several structural limitations that worry preppers. Its stainless steel body is actually susceptible to rust, and the vehicle’s sharp angles create safety hazards for others on the road. The massive weight also impacts performance in certain terrain conditions.

Despite the dystopian marketing, the Cybertruck’s steel rusts, its edges endanger others, and its weight compromises off-road capability.

Perhaps the biggest concern for survival experts is the Cybertruck’s dependency on electronics. In a true grid-down situation, features like the electronic door handles become useless. Critical vehicle functions rely on computer systems that would fail during infrastructure collapse. The vehicle’s vulnerability to EMP attacks could render its advanced systems completely inoperable during certain crisis scenarios.

Features like backseat entertainment with YouTube and Netflix streaming seem particularly misplaced for a vehicle marketed as apocalypse-ready.

Off-road capability, essential for evacuation scenarios, has also disappointed preppers. Despite its intimidating look, the Cybertruck struggles on difficult trails. Many experts now recommend traditional combustion engine vehicles as more reliable bug-out options.

The electric powertrain presents another major limitation. When charging stations become unavailable during emergencies, the Cybertruck becomes a giant paperweight. Recent sales figures indicate that consumers share these concerns, with disappointing performance compared to Tesla’s initial projections.

The vehicle’s interface has been rated as among the worst of any vehicle, requiring multiple steps for basic functions and posing serious problems during high-stress situations.

With a price tag exceeding $100,000 and expensive add-ons like the $3,000 “Base Camp” tent accessory, preppers are increasingly viewing the Cybertruck as a luxury status symbol rather than practical survival equipment.

Initial enthusiasm has given way to skepticism, with many survival communities now actively advising against relying on Tesla’s steel beast when society crumbles.