Tesla Cybertruck's stainless steel and its susceptibility to fingerprints

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【Summary】The Tesla Cybertruck's stainless steel body appears to smudge easily, making it a fingerprint magnet. It is unclear how Tesla plans to address this issue, but it could be a concern for potential buyers. The stainless steel design is reminiscent of the DeLorean, known for its maintenance challenges. Tesla fans have already expressed their worries about the smudging problem. The company is set to release the Cybertruck by the end of the year, with over 1.5 million pre-orders already placed.

FutureCar Staff Aug 22, 2023 9:50 AM PT

Tesla Cybertruck's stainless steel and its susceptibility to fingerprints

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been facing criticism regarding the smudging issue of the Tesla Cybertruck. Photos of the stainless steel truck show that it easily attracts fingerprints and smudges, similar to stainless steel appliances. It remains unclear how Tesla plans to address this issue or if they are working on a solution.

Concerns about the smudging problem were raised by Tesla fans on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. One user advised others to either learn to live with the smudges or wrap the truck immediately. Another user even posted a photo of the truck with visible fingerprint marks along the door and near the driver's side mirror.

Even Getty photos of the Cybertruck in California show broad smudges on the sides of the vehicle. Despite these concerns, a spokesperson for Tesla did not respond to a request for comment from Insider.

The stainless steel body of the Cybertruck makes it prone to smudges and fingerprints, a common issue with stainless steel appliances. The last stainless steel vehicle produced was the DeLorean by DMC, which halted production in 1983. Experts recommend cleaning stainless steel surfaces once a week to prevent them from looking dirty and even suggest applying olive oil to keep smudges at bay.

It remains unclear what Tesla plans to do to address the smudging issue, but some Cybertruck fans have already expressed their concerns. One user on a Cybertruck forum mentioned that the exterior of their white Tesla Model Y was difficult to clean and wondered if all Cybertrucks would have the same problem after a few weeks of use.

While Tesla's gigafactory in Texas has already produced the first Cybertruck model, the company may still make changes to the design before its official release. The Cybertruck has faced several delays over the past two years, but Elon Musk has stated that deliveries will begin by the end of this year. Last year, it was reported that Tesla had received over 1.5 million pre-orders for the Cybertruck, each requiring a $100 deposit.