- James May checks out the Tesla Cybertruck in California and the resulting video is mostly a critique of its design.
- Even though he wouldn’t own one, James says there is a lot to like about the Cybertruck and he appreciates its unusual design.
There doesn’t seem to be a big difference between James May, the gin-promoting YouTuber, and his old Top Gear persona. He recently uploaded a video on his James May’s Planet Gin YouTube channel in which he checks out the Tesla Cybertruck, and at one point he pulls out a steel ruler to measure just how flat its cold-pressed, unpainted stainless steel body panels are—that’s such a Captain Slow thing to do.
James May Cybertruck Ruler
He actually proves a very good point by doing this: trying to get the panels perfectly flat will result in them looking distorted. That’s why there is a slight curve to some Cybertruck panels, which actually helps them appear flat even though they aren’t. Interestingly, when he takes the ruler to measure the passenger side doors, the front door is slightly convex while the rear door is almost perfectly flat.
Some panels are completely flat, especially around the rear quarter panel area, but most aren’t. James clarifies this is not the result of shoddily pressed panels that are warped. It is intentional and a way to highlight the sharpness of the design. He then takes a timelapse walk around the vehicle to decide whether he likes the design, and at the end, he declares that he does.
“The Cybertruck is actually very ballsy and quite humorous,” he says, “but I am quite glad it exists.”
While driving the Cybertruck, James argues that the steer-by-wire system, which doesn’t have a physical connection between the helm and the wheels, is “alarming.” He admits that by having such a system, the vehicle can do things that wouldn’t be possible if it had a conventional steering rack, and he concludes that it’s a positive trait of the Cybertruck.
Some of the negatives he points out in the review include the blind spot created by the thick and awkwardly positioned A-pillars or the blinding glare that its body panels often create. He says that even though there’s plenty to like about the truck (he’s also a known EV advocate who has owned several Teslas over the years), he wouldn’t like to own a Cybertruck because it’s too big and it’s a pickup truck, a body style that carries very different connotations in any other part of the world outside the United States, where it’s exceedingly popular.
Renowned automotive journalist and former Top Gear host, James May, recently had the opportunity to review the highly anticipated Tesla Cybertruck. In a video posted on his YouTube channel, May brought along a ruler to gauge the unconventional dimensions of this futuristic electric truck.
The distinctive design of the Cybertruck has garnered mixed reactions since its unveiling, with its angular, stainless steel body and sharp edges standing out in a sea of traditional trucks. May wasted no time in getting up close and personal with the Cybertruck, measuring its unique exterior to highlight just how different it is from other vehicles on the market.
One of the standout features of the Cybertruck is its exoskeleton design, which Tesla claims is made from ultra-hard 30X cold-rolled stainless steel. This material is said to be bulletproof and virtually indestructible, adding to the truck’s rugged and futuristic appeal. May took note of the thickness of the steel, measuring it with his ruler and commenting on the unconventional choice of material.
In addition to its unique exterior, the Cybertruck boasts impressive performance capabilities, with Tesla claiming it can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and tow up to 14,000 pounds. May, a self-professed car enthusiast, was no doubt eager to put the Cybertruck through its paces to see if it lived up to the hype.
While the Cybertruck may not be to everyone’s taste, there’s no denying that it has generated a significant amount of buzz in the automotive world. As electric vehicles continue to gain popularity, the Cybertruck represents a bold step forward in the evolution of transportation.
In his review, James May provided a detailed and insightful look at the Tesla Cybertruck, highlighting its unique design and impressive performance capabilities. By bringing along a ruler to measure its dimensions, May offered viewers a deeper understanding of just how different the Cybertruck is from anything else on the road.
As Tesla works to bring the Cybertruck to market, it will be interesting to see how it is received by consumers and whether it has the staying power to become a true game-changer in the truck industry. With James May’s review shining a spotlight on the Cybertruck, it’s clear that this electric truck is a vehicle that cannot be ignored.