Tesla's Cybertruck has been involved in its first reported road accident, colliding with a Toyota Corolla. The incident occurred on December 28, 2023, on California's SR-35 (Skyline Boulevard). According to the California Highway Patrol, the Corolla veered off the road, struck a dirt embankment, re-entered the roadway, crossed over double yellow lines, and collided with the northbound Cybertruck.
TESLARATI
Photos from the scene show the Corolla with significant front-end damage, while the Cybertruck sustained notable damage to its driver's side, including deployed side curtain airbags.
MOTOR1
The driver of the Cybertruck reported minor injuries but declined medical transport; the two passengers in the Cybertruck and the Corolla driver were unharmed.
THE VERGE
This incident has sparked discussions about the Cybertruck's safety features and structural integrity. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has previously claimed that the Cybertruck is "much safer per mile" than other trucks in its class, citing its low center of gravity as a factor in preventing rollovers.
MOTOR1
However, some critics have expressed concerns about the vehicle's crumple zones and potential risks to pedestrians and other vehicles.
ELECTREK
As of now, there have been no independent safety evaluations from organizations like the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding the Cybertruck. The recent accident underscores the need for comprehensive safety assessments to determine how the Cybertruck performs in various collision scenarios.
TESLARATI
Photos from the scene show the Corolla with significant front-end damage, while the Cybertruck sustained notable damage to its driver's side, including deployed side curtain airbags.
MOTOR1
The driver of the Cybertruck reported minor injuries but declined medical transport; the two passengers in the Cybertruck and the Corolla driver were unharmed.
THE VERGE
This incident has sparked discussions about the Cybertruck's safety features and structural integrity. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has previously claimed that the Cybertruck is "much safer per mile" than other trucks in its class, citing its low center of gravity as a factor in preventing rollovers.
MOTOR1
However, some critics have expressed concerns about the vehicle's crumple zones and potential risks to pedestrians and other vehicles.
ELECTREK
As of now, there have been no independent safety evaluations from organizations like the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding the Cybertruck. The recent accident underscores the need for comprehensive safety assessments to determine how the Cybertruck performs in various collision scenarios.
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