Cybertruck wishlist - options or ideas you'd like to see available?

[Hydrocharging]

I get it how important aerodynamics are for range. I think all of the renderings with lots of permanent mounted lights and racks are impractical and a bit silly. That is why it would be important to me to have 6 built in flush receptacles to install an easily removable full length lumber/ladder rack for local use. I would want to remove/install it easy without assistance or tools (Pair of longitudinal members with folding vertical members and removable/adjustable cross members that could all break down and be stowed inside the vault clamped to a rack would suffice) . A flush receptacle at each corner on outer edges of the bumpers and a pair at the aft end of cab roof would be adequate. Could be designed to install offset to either side with three of the legs extended to the ground so a canopy could attach to it. Covered area along the side of truck could be used for work or camp shelter.

An integral winch with front and rear cables would be cool.

Keep it all clean and flush.

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[ajdelange]

One of the most surprising things to me was how small drag is relative to the other forces in a moving automobile. Let's say you put something on your truck that adds 10 lbs drag. That means you will waste an additional 10*5280 = 52,800 ft-lbs of energy in driving a mile. That's about 20 Wh. Assuming 450 Wh/mi for the CT this represents an increase of 4.4% for a loss of about 22 miles out of 500. Is that insignificant? No, but it is small. And yet makes it clear why then want to eliminate every ounce of drag they can.

 

[Northlander]

One of the most surprising things to me was how small drag is relative to the other forces in a moving automobile. Let's say you put something on your truck that adds 10 lbs drag. That means you will waste an additional 10*5280 = 52,800 ft-lbs of energy in driving a mile. That's about 20 Wh. Assuming 450 Wh/mi for the CT this represents an increase of 4.4% for a loss of about 22 miles out of 500. Is that insignificant? No, but it is small. And yet makes it clear why then want to eliminate every ounce of drag they can.

This video states that changing the hub caps changes your mileage-add your mounted system with a change in hub caps-thats a lot of mileage lost.

 

[Hydrocharging]

The commute between my NC mountain home to my Fl home is 500 miles. I would not do anything to cut into the advertised 500+ mile range.

 

[cybertrucktruckguy]

A passthrough so I can sleep in the vault but have access to the cab to watch movie on screen .

I think Elon has said that is going to happen behind the center seat in the back row.

 

[DrDefore]

Flux capacitor duh

 

[Blue Steel]

Bringing this idea over from Reddit...

In place of side mirrors, do this: Heads up display projection side view displays. One above each hand on the steering wheel. They would be about where a motorcyclist has mirrors.

And you could even incorporate some basic info onto those displays. Like MPH, estimated range, upcoming turns, etc.

 

[bfdog]

1. Trailer hookup automation (including backing the trailer by phone while you stand by the trailer hitch).
2. Heated cooled driver seat.
3. Fold flat rear seat to hold 100 pound dog so it can look out the rear window (stow stuff under).
4. Extending tow cameras to see around trailer.
5. 240 Amp output to drive smaller MIG welder.
6. Flexible phone holder integrated and Apple/Android play.
7. 2" receiver on front for accessories like winch/cattle guard.
8. Tow hooks/points
9. Front seats on long rails (front to back motion) and that can spin around to face back seat. Maybe.
10. Removable seats like Dodge Caravan or Honda Element.
11. Mount for Laptop like cops have.
12. Captains chairs and center console option (seating for 5 not 6).
13. Running lights on top laser bar (when not lighting up the night it's 5 amber lights).
14. Rock sliders between wheels and attached to body (sacrificial like on Rubicon).
15. Vault for locking valuables (gun, whatever).
16. Dimmable headlights (and laser bar) that light up very bright when no one is around (people, cars)
17. Display of tongue weight.
18. Ridiculously quiet and easy to clean floors.
19. Generally modular design to allow cheap/easy body repairs.
20. Rear AC for dogs.
21. Utterly waterproof and tear proof seat covers.
22. Bed extender for hauling long loads (Motos or plywood).
23. Provision for cooler (frunk, or special compartment).
24. Ultra adjustable driver seat for when FSD is working.
25. Ultra bright backup lights.
26. Brake controller that maximizes battery recharging before sending braking signal to trailer brakes (unless cars detected ahead).
27. Red flashing bar and personality of Kit on Knight Rider.

 

[Dids]

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1. Trailer hookup automation (including backing the trailer by phone while you stand by the trailer hitch).
2. Heated cooled driver seat.
3. Fold flat rear seat to hold 100 pound dog so it can look out the rear window (stow stuff under).
4. Extending tow cameras to see around trailer.
5. 240 Amp output to drive smaller MIG welder.
6. Flexible phone holder integrated and Apple/Android play.
7. 2" receiver on front for accessories like winch/cattle guard.
8. Tow hooks/points
9. Front seats on long rails (front to back motion) and that can spin around to face back seat. Maybe.
10. Removable seats like Dodge Caravan or Honda Element.
11. Mount for Laptop like cops have.
12. Captains chairs and center console option (seating for 5 not 6).
13. Running lights on top laser bar (when not lighting up the night it's 5 amber lights).
14. Rock sliders between wheels and attached to body (sacrificial like on Rubicon).
15. Vault for locking valuables (gun, whatever).
16. Dimmable headlights (and laser bar) that light up very bright when no one is around (people, cars)
17. Display of tongue weight.
18. Ridiculously quiet and easy to clean floors.
19. Generally modular design to allow cheap/easy body repairs.
20. Rear AC for dogs.
21. Utterly waterproof and tear proof seat covers.
22. Bed extender for hauling long loads (Motos or plywood).
23. Provision for cooler (frunk, or special compartment).
24. Ultra adjustable driver seat for when FSD is working.
25. Ultra bright backup lights.
26. Brake controller that maximizes battery recharging before sending braking signal to trailer brakes (unless cars detected ahead).
27. Red flashing bar and personality of Kit on Knight Rider.

28. Level 5 FSD.
29. Personal Robot with nunchuck skills.
30. Mini microwave for hot pocket.
31. Adjustable tinted windows for privacy while practicing with personal Robot.
32. Starlink modem.
33. Fog horn

 

[bfdog]

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28. Level 5 FSD.
29. Personal Robot with nunchuck skills.
30. Mini microwave for hot pocket.
31. Adjustable tinted windows for privacy while practicing with personal Robot.
32. Starlink modem.
33. Fog horn

I like Starlink modem. Interesting.

 

[DrDefore]

Flux capacitor ?

 

[Friday]

Flux capacitor ?

No, an Oscillation Overthruster.

 

[CT4FP]

HUD

Flat glass does simplify optics. I doubt it will happen though as FSD will be here or closer at least. I had expected HUD for Model 3 but for most people center display works fine.

You can buy aftermarket HUD for $30 to $300. I bought a cheap one and stopped using it once novelty wore off.

If Tesla comes up with some AR glasses, then that might be interesting.

 

[CT4FP]

I think Elon has said that is going to happen behind the center seat in the back row.

My guess is rear window will roll down. This will allow ventilation to vault. Kids and maybe some adults might be able to squeeze through opening.

I'd love to see bigger pass through like Bollinger, but I think tonneau roll down area and structural design precludes this. Maybe there will be a future SUV version.

 

[lukefrisbee]

The color of Wonder Woman's Jet.
Or for you young uns... a Romulan Cloaking device.