Cybertruck disguise fails to deceive

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【Summary】Tesla's upcoming Cybertruck has been spotted in disguise, first as a Ford F-150 and now as a Toyota Tundra. However, the attempts to conceal the unique design of the Cybertruck have not fooled anyone. Speculations range from Tesla trying to keep the vehicle unnoticed until its official launch to testing wraps for customization options. Another possibility is that it's simply a joke intended to mock rival designs.

FutureCar Staff Aug 31, 2023 6:22 AM PT

Tesla is set to unveil its highly anticipated Cybertruck electric pickup in September, but the futuristic vehicle has already been spotted in public, despite attempts to disguise it. Previously, a broken-down Cybertruck was seen poorly hidden under a Ford F-150 wrap. Now, videos have emerged showing the Cybertruck disguised as a Toyota Tundra. It seems that Tesla is trying different methods to keep the vehicle incognito.

Some speculate that Tesla is disguising the Cybertruck to avoid drawing attention until its official launch. However, the wraps used do little to conceal the truck's unique and unconventional design. Another possibility is that Tesla is testing different wraps for potential market offerings. Since the Cybertruck will only be available in its original stainless steel finish, wraps could be the only way for customers to customize their vehicles. While third-party wraps are expected, Tesla might also consider offering its own options.

On the other hand, this could simply be a playful joke by Tesla aimed at trolling its competitors. Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, has criticized other pickup designs as "boring" and lacking imagination. By wrapping the Cybertruck to resemble other vehicles, Tesla may be subtly suggesting that its rivals are ordinary and unremarkable in comparison.