Updated Tesla Cybertruck Prototype Shows Off New Features [Video] |

Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybertruck has been spotted driving around Palo Alto, and it has a few improvements since the last sighting.

Tesla expects volume production of the Cybertruck to be in 2024. The company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, appeared on the Ride the Lightning podcast mentioning the vehicle’s design has been practically finalized, among other things.

A video shared on Instagram by user Flavio Tronzano (ftronz) shows a close-up of the Cyberpunk-looking vehicle en route. The video shows off the rear and side of the Cybertruck, but unfortunately, that front wasn't captured.

Social media users were quick to point out the newer triangular side view mirrors. The original Cybertruck prototype Tesla didn't have side-view mirrors. And later prototypes of the futuristic vehicle included large, rectangular mirrors. This new prototype features much smaller, triangular mirrors that better fit the overall aesthetic of the vehicle. Tesla has also teased the idea of utilizing cameras for the side views, but regulations in the US prevent vehicles from shipping without side-view mirrors.

No mirrors would increase the aerodynamic performance of the vehicle — or any vehicle for that matter — so hopefully we’ll see US lawmakers amend this as cameras and large screens become more commonplace in vehicles.

Musk confirmed in a response on Twitter that the side mirrors will still be easily removable by the owner after delivery. He also added that the Cybertruck in the video is “very close” to the production design, but there are still some small tweaks to make it better.

"Yeah. Still many small tweaks to make it better (and the side mirrors are removable by owner), but this is very close to production design."

In Tronzano’s video, when the brakes are pressed the brake lights do not light up the entire light bar. Instead, they light up in squares on the corners.

It's not clear whether the rear or front light bars still exist, as the video only shows off the back and passenger side of the vehicle. It's possible the rear light bar is only lit when the vehicle's lights are on. At least we hope that's the case.

Another user pointed out that the bed of the truck may be shortened, but this could be due to distortion in the picture.

Unlike the Model 3, the Cybertruck’s rear seat windows roll all the way down. The Model 3’s windows only roll halfway down, due to the rear wheel well.

A few days ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk responded to Twitter user cb_doge, adding that the production beta of Cybertruck is “incredible.”

I was just reviewing the production beta Cybertruck. It is incredible.

As Tesla produces and tests additional Cybertruck prototypes we'll get better looks at other features of the upcoming vehicle.

The Cybertruck is expected to start deliveries this summer.

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Recently, rumors swirled about Netflix cracking down on users sharing their passwords with friends and family. But last week, the video streaming giant announced a new policy that will require devices to connect to the account owner’s network at least once every 30 days. If not, that device will be locked out from the account.

This concerned Tesla owners who regularly watch Netflix in their vehicles. Many owners, especially those in apartment buildings aren't able to easily connect their Tesla to their WiFi network.

Thankfully, Netflix’s new password sharing policy won’t apply to Netflix's service in a Tesla. An official Netflix representative reached out to DriveTeslaCanada to clarify the new policy.

Prior to Netflix’s clarification, Netflix customer service representatives were telling Tesla owners to purchase an additional account for their Tesla so they do not lose access. But is it enough to pause or stop the customers leaving en masse?

The Los Gatos, California-headquartered company started zapping password sharing in Latin America last year and has now been implemented in New Zealand, Canada, Portugal, and Spain.

There is currently no set date when Netflix will begin this push in the United States but according to Tubefilter, it’s anticipated to begin before the end of Q1.

Netflix’s original announcement of this policy change was not received lightly by users. Many canceled their accounts over the strict policy change that is aimed at preventing users from sharing passwords with friends and family.

Spent 30 minutes on with chat and they had no good way for me to remain connected at home, work and the trailer, as well as my tesla. - all different wifis, location… but only immediate family. Result: #byebyeNetflix #CancelNetflix pic.twitter.com/2zQo2mGmEK

Tesla's Supercharging network has been exclusive to Tesla owners partly due to the proprietary plug that's used in the U.S. and Canada. However, the company may have to make changes to access billions of dollars the U.S. government will spend to build more charging stations across the country.

Tesla's Supercharging network in the United States will have to become available to competitors due to a new requirement from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Reuters reports that the final provision will be announced next week, which will pressure Tesla to expand beyond its proprietary charging plug and include the CCS1 charging standard used by many of its competitors. Otherwise, Tesla will lose the chance to receive $7.5 billion in subsidies, which is part of President Joe Biden's plan to construct 500,000 electric vehicle chargers in the coming years.

Tesla's U.S. Supercharger network, with more than 40,000 chargers worldwide, is often regarded as the benchmark because of its reliability, speed, and availability. However, the network's exclusivity has led to non-Tesla owners being unable to use it. For example, Tesla drivers can buy an adapter to connect to CCS1 chargers, but non-Tesla owners cannot do the same with Superchargers.

Chargers seeking to become part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program will need to use the CCS standard, the U.S. charging system standard used in nearly all charging stations except Tesla's Superchargers. Companies such as ChargePoint Holdings and EVgo Inc are expected to compete for funding under the NEVI program.

Unfortunately, this move ends the idea that Tesla's charging system, which offers the most reliable hardware, will be the choice for North America charging stations. Tesla opened up its connector design for any competitor to use, but it appears EVs will be stuck with the bulky CCS system.

Tesla has already opened up some of its Superchargers in Europe and Australia to non-Tesla EVs, however, Teslas and Superchargers in those regions already use the CCS charging standard (CCS2 is used in Europe and Australia), making it easier.

Tesla has previously stated that it plans to allow other EVs to access their Superchargers in the U.S. as well, but that is still in progress. Tesla is expected to reveal updated Superchargers that will offer the CCS1 plug alongside Tesla's NACS plug.

Elon Musk met with the Biden administration a few weeks ago to discuss several topics, including the charging network. Last year, Tesla wrote the Federal Highway Administration, offering the Biden administration suggestions on how to shape the charging program. The company has also responded to a recent request from Ohio officials that companies submit charging proposals. In addition, in Arizona, Tesla said it was open to upgrading its chargers or building new ones to meet federal requirements, although a final decision was not made.

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