FYI: A Tesla Cybertruck owner has reported extraordinary driving efficiency with the new Core Wheels and aero wheel covers, hinting at a potential leap in electric vehicle range performance.
In an intriguing discovery, a new Tesla Cybertruck owner shared remarkable efficiency metrics shortly after taking delivery of the electric vehicle, fitted with Tesla’s newly introduced Core Wheels and aerodynamic wheel covers.
Exceptional Efficiency Observed
This week, a user by the handle MadMaxTX on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum posted photos of their recently delivered Cybertruck. They reported an impressive 304 wH/mile consumption on the initial drive home, translating to an estimated range of about 370 miles. The efficiency improved further on a subsequent trip, with the Cybertruck achieving 285 wH/mile or roughly 400 miles of range.
“Driving home, consumption was 304 wH/mile! This is around 370 miles on a full charge, mixed city driving, about half freeways,” wrote the user. “Next trip, streets only, light traffic, 97 degrees, BTW, and 285 wH/mile which works out to about 400 miles range.”
Credit: MadMaxTX | CybertruckOwnersClub
Core Wheels and Their Impact
The Core Wheels, coupled with Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires specifically designed for the Cybertruck, appear to significantly enhance the vehicle’s driving efficiency. These tires are branded with "CYBRTRK" on their outer walls, underscoring their exclusive engineering for the Cybertruck. Tesla rolled out the Core Wheels option just this week as a more efficient alternative to the standard Cyber wheels available on the dual-motor configuration.
Credit: MadMaxTX | CybertruckOwnersClub
Range Estimates and Real-World Performance
According to Tesla’s own specifications, the tri-motor Cyberbeast configuration is rated for up to 301 miles of range, while the dual-motor AWD trim offers about 318 miles. However, with the inclusion of the Core Wheels, the AWD version is now estimated to achieve around 340 miles of range, suggesting a substantial improvement.
Cybertrucks featuring these new Core Wheels and covers, along with a highly anticipated lightbar, have recently been spotted. Additionally, Tesla has begun offering demo drives of the Cybertruck at select locations across the U.S. and Canada, following the vehicle’s introduction to the Canadian market, marking the first Cybertruck sales outside the U.S.
Industry Implications and Future Prospects
Considering these initial reports, the enhancements brought by the Core Wheels could represent a significant milestone for Tesla and electric vehicles in general. They offer a glimpse into the future of EV technology, where efficiency can push boundaries and traditional range expectations.
The question now remains as to whether these efficiency metrics can be consistently replicated under various driving conditions. Nevertheless, the early reports are promising and suggest that Tesla continues to lead innovation in the EV market.
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William Kouch, Editor of automotive.fyi
