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Tesla Cybertruck 1:10 RC Car from Hot Wheels is ‘so damn fast’
The Tesla Cybertruck 1:10 scale RC car from Hot Wheels and parent company Mattel is finally arriving at customer doorsteps, and it’s so damn fast your head will spin.
Last year, Mattel announced that it would be bringing the polarizing, all-electric Cybertruck to the market before Tesla could. The only difference is that this would be a remote-controlled version of the electric pickup, and it would be making its way to enthusiasts and fans before Tesla would begin production of the monstrous machine known as the Cybertruck.
Tesla Cybertruck RC car is coming to Hot Wheels in two flavors
Now, after several delays, the 1:10 scale RC car is finally arriving to customers, and YouTuber and Tesla owner-enthusiast Tesla Raj gave a realistic review of the Cybertruck and its capabilities. “It’s so damn fast,” he said.
Arriving in a stylish, sleek, and durable briefcase, the RC Cybertruck includes everything you need to get started driving around what is arguably the most badass RC car of all time. The kit includes a Cybertruck, a battery, charging devices, the remote control, owner guides, and a bumper guard to keep the car intact in case of a collision with an obstacle. Charging the car when it arrives only takes about 60 minutes, according to Raj. It is ideal to charge the battery fully so the car can perform at its best for maximum entertainment.
Interestingly, the Cybertruck performs extremely well in settings that wouldn’t normally be ideal for RC cars. Raj took his into the front yard and navigated through tricky terrain thanks to the Cybertruck’s all-wheel-drive powertrain. Its increased power and acceleration surely assisted in this, and its durability is somewhat reminiscent of the actual Cybertruck itself, which is constructed from an extremely strong stainless steel alloy.
The RC Cybertruck navigated freely through the grass, making it pretty impressive in its operation.
Another extremely cool feature is the fully functional headlights and taillights that come standard on the 1:10 scale RC Cybertruck. Identical to the real design, the RC Cybertruck’s headlight bar stretches from one end of the car to the other. Meanwhile, the taillights share similarities to the real vehicle as well, identical to the real design, just on a smaller scale. They’re pretty powerful too. While they’re more of a cosmetic feature than anything, the headlights and taillights might have some utility if the car gets stuck in a small, confined, and dark space, which is pretty common for these small remote-controlled machines.
Raj had a few critiques for the RC Cybertruck, as well. The tonneau cover was “stiff” and wasn’t as smooth in quality as most would think it would be. The tailgate is held by magnets, which is a nice touch, Raj said. However, the extendable ramp wasn’t as quality as he had hoped for, and for a $450 RC car, “you would think the attention to detail would be present.”
Overall, the Cybertruck RC car is a really great purchase for anyone who is a huge fan of Tesla, or anyone who just enjoys quality toys that have a lot of durability and capability. “It was really impressive to see the work that was put in to make this vehicle, from the rubber tires to the ability and the power that this remote-controlled car has is very impressive,” Raj said.
His full review is available below. Be sure to check it out and let him know what you think! You can tell him @TeslaRaj on Twitter.
Elon Musk has been pretty open about the idea of FSD being the difference maker for Tesla’s future.
If Tesla succeeds in achieving FSD, it could become the world’s most valuable company. If it doesn’t, then the company would not be able to reach its optimum potential.
FSD Supervised’s safety benefits:
- But even if FSD is still not perfect today, FSD Supervised is already making a difference on the roads today.
- This was highlighted in Tesla’s Q4 2024 Vehicle Safety Report.
- As per Tesla, it recorded one crash for every 5.94 million miles driven in which drivers were using Autopilot technology.
- For comparison, the most recent data available from the NHTSA and FHWA (from 2023) showed that there was one automobile crash every 702,000 miles in the United States.
This morning, Tesla FSD proved to be an absolute godsend. I had to take my brother-in-law to the hospital in Sugar Land, TX, which is 40 miles away, at the ungodly hour of 4 AM. Both of us were exhausted, and he was understandably anxious about the surgery.
— JC Christopher (@JohnChr08117285) January 29, 2025
The convenience of…
FSD user’s tale:
- As per an FSD user’s post on social media platform X, FSD Supervised was able to help him drive a relative to a medical facility safely even if he was exhausted.
- During the trip, the driver only had to monitor FSD Supervised’s performance to make sure the Tesla operated safely.
- In a vehicle without FSD, such a trip with an exhausted driver would have been quite dangerous.
- “This morning, Tesla FSD proved to be an absolute godsend. I had to take my brother-in-law to the hospital in Sugar Land, TX, which is 40 miles away, at the ungodly hour of 4 AM. Both of us were exhausted, and he was understandably anxious about the surgery.
- “The convenience of sending the hospital’s address directly from my iPhone to my Tesla while still inside my house, then just a single button press once inside, and 40 miles later we were precisely in front of the hospital’s admissions area.This experience really underscores just how transformative this technology can be for society,” Tesla owner JC Christopher noted in his post.
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There are few things that prove an enthusiast’s love towards a company more than a dedicated short film. This was highlighted recently when YouTube’s SoKrispyMedia posted a 10-minute action movie starring Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot, as well as several of the company’s most iconic products.
The video:
- Shot like a Hollywood action flick, the video featured a rather humorous plot involving a group of thieves that mistakenly targeted a Tesla Model 3 driver.
- The Model 3 driver then ended up speaking to Tesla for assistance, and some high-octane and high-speed hijinks ensued.
- While the short film featured several Tesla products like the Model 3, Superchargers, and the Cybertruck, it is Optimus that truly stole the show.
- Optimus served several roles in the short film, from an assistant in a Tesla office to a “robocop” enforcer that helped out the Model 3 driver.
Future Robo-cop @Tesla_Optimus
— SOKRISPYMEDIA (@sokrispymedia) January 12, 2025
full video: https://t.co/TXpSRhcP5K pic.twitter.com/YFHZ7siAP7
Cool inside jokes:
- The best Tesla videos are those that show an in-depth knowledge of the company, and SoKrispyMedia definitely had it.
- From the opening scenes alone, the video immediately poked fun at TSLA traders, the large number of gray Tesla owners, and the fact that many still do not understand Superchargers.
- The video even poked fun at Tesla’s software updates, as well as how some Tesla drivers use Autopilot or other features without reading the fine print in the company’s release notes.
- The video ended with a tour de force of references to Elon Musk products, from the Tesla Cybertruck to the Boring Company Not-a-Flamethrower, which was released back in 2018.
Check out SoKrispyMedia’s Tesla action short film in the video below.
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Tesla definitely seems to be determined to release the coolest lineup of accessories for its coolest vehicle. As could be seen in an update to the Tesla Shop, the electric vehicle maker has now launched a metal key card for the Cybertruck—because why not?
Cybertruck keys:
- The Cybertruck, similar to Tesla’s other vehicles, is shipped with a regular key card.
- The vehicle could also be accessed and locked through a phone key.
- As per the Cybertruck’s Owner’s Manual, the all-electric pickup truck is capable of supporting a total of 19 keys.
The Cybertruck’s Metal Key Card:
- Tesla’s Cybertruck Metal Key Card functions much like the vehicle’s regular key card, but it is finished using premium stainless steel
- As per Tesla’s description of the item:
- “Convenient, durable, versatile. The Cybertruck Metal Key Card is a premium stainless-steel alternative to our traditional plastic key cards, making it easy to access your Cybertruck without your Phone Key. Ideal for when your phone is unavailable or when sharing your vehicle with a friend or valet.”
- The Cybertruck Metal Key Card costs $60.
- In comparison, the Cybertruck’s regular key card is sold for $40.
- The Cybertruck Metal Key Card comes with the metal key card itself, as well as a bifold key card wallet.
Tesla Cybertruck merch push:
- Being the company’s most eye-catching vehicle, it is no surprise that that Tesla has been releasing quite a lot of merchandise inspired by the all-electric pickup truck.
- These include a $250 levitating Cybertruck model, as well as a $35 Cybertruck wind-up racer, both of which are out of stock.
- Tesla also sells the $35 “CyberMug,” a $40 “CyberStein,” and a $50 “CyberVessel.”
- Other Cybertruck-inspired merchandise are the $60 Cyberwhistle Stealth, and the $50 CyberOpener.
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