The Tesla Cybertruck Faces Off Against a GMC Silverado in Tug-of-War

The Initial Controversy

When the Tesla Cybertruck was first unveiled in 2019, a video of it engaging in a tug-of-war with a Ford F-150 raised eyebrows. Critics pointed out that the F-150 used in the video had rear-wheel drive and an empty bed, potentially skewing the results in favor of the Cybertruck.

Customer Deliveries Begin

Fast forward to 2024, and customer deliveries of the Cybertruck have finally started. An owner decided to put the Cybertruck to the test against a turbo diesel GMC Silverado in a tug-of-war. Unfortunately, the outcome was not what Tesla had suggested.

The Tug-of-War Test

After acquiring tow straps, the group attempted the tug-of-war on an empty pavement. The Silverado effortlessly outperformed the Cybertruck in both attempts. The Cybertruck’s traction control system seemed to be the culprit, cutting power aggressively during each pull.

Attempts to Override the System

The group tried to disable the traction control system by unplugging an ABS cable on the Tesla. While this allowed the Cybertruck to move the Silverado while in Park, it did not lead to success beyond that point.

A Potential Solution

It seems challenging to set up a fair tug-of-war with the Cybertruck until a way is found to prevent the traction control from interfering. One suggestion from a YouTube commenter was to trick the truck by plugging something into the trailer plug at the rear.

Conclusion

As the Cybertruck continues to face off against combustion-powered pickups, finding a solution to the traction control issue will be crucial for future tests. Until then, the tug-of-war results may remain skewed in favor of traditional trucks.