Ford’s CEO says he definitely didn’t pay for that viral video of a stuck Cybertruck needing a rescue on a snowy hill::undefined

  • WaterWaiver@aussie.zoneEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Why did the CT fail? Is it only 2WD? Bad power distribution algorithm to wheels? Stranded on belly (low clearance)?

    EDIT: Yes possibly bad power distribution, but I don’t necessarily trust the source.

    He said on Instagram that the Tesla didn’t have locking differentials — a mechanism that can help improve traction on difficult terrain— “due to software issues.” He also said the tires had not been “aired down” to improve traction.

    • BeautifulMind ♾️@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      1 year ago

      The couple of seconds’ worth of video I saw told me a few things:

      • the truck had been spinning out for a long time there

      • that situation was going to be tough for most trucks

      • it had terrible traction, possibly a matter of not having all-season or snow-specific tires

      • it appeared to be driving all wheels, can’t say whether or not they were distributing traction or slip intelligently

      • couldn’t tell if anything was high-centering anywhere but it didn’t look it

      • driving in situations like that are why I leave tire chains in my truck

      • the tree sticking out of the back was comical

      The cybertruck is a pavement princess