Exterior Design
The Cybertruck’s exterior is its most distinctive feature — a sharp-angled, stainless steel exoskeleton that departs radically from conventional truck design.
Stainless Steel Exoskeleton
The body is made from 304-grade stainless steel, 3mm thick, cold-rolled and air-formed rather than stamped. This approach eliminates the need for traditional body panels, paint, and body filler.
- Ultra-Hard 30X Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel — Tesla’s proprietary treatment makes the steel harder than conventional 304 grade
- Air bending — panels are formed using air pressure rather than stamping dies
- Laser cutting — precise cuts for doors, bed, and frunk
- No paint required — the steel is the finish; it resists dents, scratches, and corrosion
Glass
The Cybertruck features ” **Ultra-Hard ClearShield Glass — a transparent aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) ceramic developed with Tesla. It’s significantly harder than conventional automotive glass.
Note: The bulletproof glass famously shattered during the 2019 unveiling event. Production vehicles use a different, less impact-resistant formulation.
Lighting
- Front: Sharp LED light bar across the front, with integrated turn signals
- Rear: Full-width LED light bar with animated sequences
- DRL: Thin LED strips along the body edges
Bed
- 6.1 ft bed with a powered tonneau cover (steel, motorized)
- Lockable Vault — under-floor storage compartment
- Bed Steps — integrated into the side for easy access
- Tie-down points and 120V/400W power outlet in the bed
Comparison with 2019 Concept
| Feature | 2019 Concept | Production |
|---|---|---|
| Body Material | 30X stainless steel | 30X stainless steel |
| Glass | “Bulletproof” | Ultra-Hard ClearShield |
| Bed Cover | Powered tonneau | Powered tonneau |
| Frunk | Yes | Yes |
| Bed Steps | Not shown | Integrated |
Sources: Tesla.com, Car and Driver, Wikipedia