Cybertruck’s Latest Video Shows a Shrank Frunk: The Tesla Files

When Elon Musk rolled out the enigmatic Tesla Cybertruck in 2019, it left the world astonished, not just because of its avant-garde design but also for the promises it entailed.

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One significant area of curiosity has been the "frunk" or the front trunk, an innovative storage solution that electric vehicles, especially pickups, bring to the table.

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Recent leaks from Gigafactory Texas have finally offered a tangible peek into this once-mysterious feature.

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Compared to its prominent competitor, the Ford F-150 Lightning that boasts a massive 14.1 cubic feet (400 liters) storage capacity, the Cybertruck’s frunk appears modest in size.

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Tesla's knack for introducing disruptive features is legendary.

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The primary purpose of a frunk in an electric pickup is to provide an enclosed space for items that need protection from external elements, unlike the truck bed.

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In its initial reveal, the Cybertruck had promised a range of powertrain options, from a single-motor RWD with 250 miles range to a quad-motor AWD with a jaw-dropping 620 miles.

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While leaked visuals from Gigafactory Texas have unveiled part of the Cybertruck mystery, much remains in the shadows.

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