The Cybertruck has gotten a lot of attention even before it was released. First, it was because of the many delays it went through, and when it was finally released, there were a lot of problems that started to emerge. To add to the list of good things, Elon Musk issued an update for the truck, but maybe be careful in testing it.
The Cybertruck's Sensors Aren't as Sensitive
I think it goes without saying that putting your own body parts on the line to test a vehicular feature is not the best idea, but some testers and content creators believe that it is the best way to get views, even if it could cost them a finger.
That's the case for Jeremy Judkins as he tested the latest update for the Cybertruck's frunk, specifically the improvement with its sensors to prevent it from closing when something is in the way. To be fair, he didn't start off with his digit, as mentioned in Gizmodo.
He first used fruits to test whether the sensors really are more sensitive now. Seeing how it didn't crush the object used for testing, he then used his forearm. When that went well, he moved on to testing his hand, and it started to imprint a line on his hand.
That indication would've been enough to convince him that maybe using a smaller and more breakable appendage is a bad idea, but Judkins went on and used his finger. As expected, the frunk pressed a little too much at the content creator was visibly in pain.
Judkins said that he feared for his finger for a second and that the frunk "kind of locked down on it." Anyone in his position would likely say the same thing. It could've ended up with him having broken bones or worse, losing the finger.
Cybertruck Facing Some Technical Difficulties
The update might just be a way to distract people from the fact that thousands of Cybertrucks are being recalled due to a problem with their accelerator pedal. Reports say that owners are experiencing it getting stuck, which can potentially cause them to crash.
The reports have been surfacing in the last couple of weeks, with some even posting video proof of the malfunction. Tesla said that there have been no reports of incidents so far, and that the issue has already been reported to the NHTSA.
Tesla received the first notice about the accelerator pedal issue back on March 31st, as reported by Tech Crunch, which was then followed by another four days later. It was announced that residual lubricant may have been the culprit for the reduced retention of the pad to the pedal.
All affected vehicles will already have the accelerator pedals replaced or revoked. The Cybertrucks that will be manufactured from here on out will sport a new accelerator pedal, and the ones in delivery centers will be attended to as well.
The EV giant certainly doesn't need another issue on their plate right, especially since the company is trying to stay ahead of the industry with other automakers catching up. Tesla already conducted several layoffs in different headquarters to improve operations.
