Tesla Cybertruck’s stiff structure, sharp design raise safety concerns - experts::The angular design of Tesla’s Cybertruck has safety experts concerned that the electric pickup truck’s stiff stainless-steel exoskeleton could hurt pedestrians and cyclists.

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Because they wanted it to be bullet proof.

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The safety standards are a regulatory requirement. They have to pass the same tests as any other vehicle.

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Not in the US. We don’t have many safety regulations on vehicles and crash tests are not mandatory.

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Correct. Especially large trucks are further exempted.

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How does getting rid of crumple zones facilitate that?

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It doesn’t, not directly, however, the materials used in the exterior paneling contributes to the lack of safety in the vehicle and in crash tests, not only because of the materials, but also because of the shape of the panels and how they are joined.

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