Home
Tesla
Cybertruck
News
Tesla Cybertruck Draped In Dark Camouflage Looks Menacing
The stealthy pre-production model was spotted in California.

Suvrat Kothari 
By: Suvrat Kothari
Jul 21, 2023 at 3:23pm ET
Add InsideEVs as a preferred source in Google
- (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsideevs.com%2Fnews%2F678150%2Ftesla-cybertruck-dark-camouflage-preproduction-model-spotted%2F&text=Tesla%20Cybertruck%20Draped%20In%20Dark%20Camouflage%20Looks%20Menacing&via=InsideEVs)
- copy
Share
Comment
A section of Interstate 280 near Palo Alto in California seems to be a prime viewing spot for the Tesla Cybertruck. Last week we saw a camouflaged prototype fly by on the highway. Now fresh spy shots, shared by the Cybertruck Owners Club, showcase a prototype wearing a new dark camouflage, cruising smoothly with its tonneau cover left open.
It also has tinted windows – something we’re seeing for the first time – possibly to hide updates to the interior. Tesla normally uses black covers on its test vehicles, as is evident with the Model 3 Project Highland, but several Cybertruck prototypes have been appearing over the past few months with camouflage.
Tesla could be using darker camouflage to hide possible design elements, especially if there are updates to the existing design that many fans and enthusiasts have come to know and admire. So far, we’ve mostly seen the Cybertruck in its stainless steel exoskeleton, along with a few test mules with a lighter camouflage.
The darker version certainly appears more menacing than the previous pre-production models we’ve seen.
Gallery: Tesla Cybertruck Dark Camo

4

The Austin-headquartered brand is inching closer to the official start of Cybertruck production. Last week, Tesla tweeted a picture of what appeared to be the first production version at Gigafactory Texas, but during the Q2 2023 Earnings Call, the brand stated that it is currently building release candidates for final certification and validation.
What do you think?
View
Comments
First customer vehicles will likely roll out later this year, when low-scale production commences followed by mass production early next year. The model S3XY maker also stated that the Cybertruck will be the first sub 19 feet electric truck that has both four doors and a bed longer than six feet.
As of the end of 2022, there were reportedly over 1.5 million reservations for the EV. All those orders might not convert into actual sales, but there’s little doubt that this is one of the most anticipated EVs in recent years, which could transform the look of American roads with its outlandish design.
Read More About The Tesla Cybertruck Here
Tesla Cybertruck's 4680 Cells Boast 10% Higher Energy Density
Tesla Provides Cybertruck Updates, New Production Line Images
Source: Cybertruck Owners Club
We want your opinion!
What would you like to see on Insideevs.com?
Take our 3 minute survey.
- The InsideEVs team
Share this Story
- (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Finsideevs.com%2Fnews%2F678150%2Ftesla-cybertruck-dark-camouflage-preproduction-model-spotted%2F&text=Tesla%20Cybertruck%20Draped%20In%20Dark%20Camouflage%20Looks%20Menacing&via=InsideEVs)
- copy
GO TO COMMENTS
(
)
Got a tip for us? Email: tips@insideevs.com
View all comments ( )
Trending

Lucid's $50,000 Tesla Model Y Rival Is Getting Closer To Production. Here's The Latest

Mercedes' Answer To Tesla FSD Requires Hands On The Wheel. Does That Make It Better Or Worse?

This Mercedes Went 539 Miles On A Charge. Is Range Anxiety Finally Dead?

Lucid's CEO Said The EV Startup 'Underinvested In Service.' Here's How It's Fixing That
latest articles
- Rivian's New Robots Will Initially Handle 20% Of Factory Tasks. The Goal Is 80%, CEO Says Nov 11 - Manufacturing / Production -
- This New Electric Paver Can Lay Down 1,200 Tonnes Of Asphalt A Day Nov 11 - News -
- The Best EV Lease And Finance Deals In November 2026 Nov 11 - Deals -
- The AI Boom Is Creating A New Supply Chain Headache For Automakers Nov 10 - News -
- This Mercedes Went 539 Miles On A Charge. Is Range Anxiety Finally Dead? Nov 10 - Range / Efficiency -
- Lucid's $50,000 Tesla Model Y Rival Is Getting Closer To Production. Here's The Latest Nov 10 - Manufacturing / Production -
- Mercedes’ EV Charging Network Hit 100 Locations After 3 Years In The U.S. Nov 10 - Charging -
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU

It’s Official: The Cybertruck Is One Of The Greatest Flops In Automotive History

This New Electric Paver Can Lay Down 1,200 Tonnes Of Asphalt A Day

Tesla Is Killing The Cybertruck To Make Room For More Robotaxis

The AI Boom Is Creating A New Supply Chain Headache For Automakers

Tesla Promised To Bring The Cybertruck To Australia And New Zealand. But It's Never Coming

This Mercedes Went 539 Miles On A Charge. Is Range Anxiety Finally Dead?

The Best EV Lease And Finance Deals In November 2026