Thought Tesla Cybertruck Was Not Aerodynamic? Simulation Says Otherwise

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Tesla's Cybertruck recently made headlines when its initial aero simulations showed less-than-ideal results.

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However, new aero simulations from Tesla indicate the truck is more aerodynamic than first thought.

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The updated simulations revealed the truck can achieve up to .30cd coefficient of drag, making it one of the most aerodynamic trucks on the market.

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Additionally, simulation tests conducted in real-world driving conditions indicated minimal turbulence and lift,

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which could translate into better fuel efficiency.

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Overall, these results show that the Tesla Cybertruck isn't as bad aerodynamically as people initially thought and may be just as efficient as other trucks on the market.

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