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Ford's CEO says he definitely didn't pay for that viral video of a stuck Cybertruck needing a rescue on a snowy hill (archive.ph)

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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

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (3 children)

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.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 11 months ago

Based on the older video of the CT failing to climb a rocky/dirt hill, I'd say they have a lot of work to do on their power distribution/traction control systems. Thankfully since it's all controlled with electric motors and not a traditional transmission/transfer case/solid axle setup, it should be able to be fixed or mitigated with OTA updates.

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