The Tesla Cybertruck may be expanding to more markets beyond North America soon, but drivers hoping to see the stainless-steel pickup on German roads are out of luck. The U.S. Army Customs Agency has confirmed that the Cybertruck does not meet EU safety standards and has been banned from being driven on German roads.
The Cybertruck, known for its futuristic design and impressive performance, has garnered a lot of attention since its unveiling. With its stainless-steel exoskeleton and bulletproof windows, the Cybertruck promises to be one of the toughest vehicles on the road. However, it seems that its unique design may be its downfall when it comes to meeting European safety standards.
According to the U.S. Army Customs Agency, the Cybertruck’s angular design and sharp edges pose a safety risk to pedestrians in the event of a collision. European regulations require vehicles to have rounded edges and crumple zones to minimize the impact on pedestrians and other vehicles in a crash. The Cybertruck’s unconventional design does not meet these requirements, making it ineligible for road use in Germany.
Tesla has not yet commented on the ban, but it is likely that the company will need to make significant modifications to the Cybertruck in order to meet EU safety standards. This could include redesigning the exterior to incorporate rounded edges and crumple zones, as well as making changes to the vehicle’s structure and safety features.
Despite the setback in Germany, Tesla remains committed to expanding the availability of the Cybertruck to international markets. The electric automaker has already received a large number of pre-orders for the vehicle from customers around the world, and it is expected to be a key player in the growing electric pickup truck market.
It remains to be seen how Tesla will address the safety concerns raised by the U.S. Army Customs Agency and whether the Cybertruck will be able to meet EU standards in the future. In the meantime, German drivers will have to wait to see the Cybertruck on their roads, while Tesla works to ensure that its groundbreaking vehicle can meet the necessary safety requirements.