Hitting 100,000 miles in a car is usually a five‑year grind, but one Tesla Cybertruck owner did it in just 12 months—only to face a $7,200 repair bill afterward. His 2024 AWD Foundation Series Cybertruck, used full‑time as a rideshare vehicle, pushed the limits of an electric truck and exposed the real running costs behind “free‑fuel” EV hype. This story isn’t just about the Cybertruck; it’s a lesson for anyone considering heavy‑duty EV ownership.
The Cost of Vehicle Repairs
There is a guy in Nashville who drives his 2024 AWD Foundation Series Cybertruck for the full year, as he uses it for his rideshare service. Which means the odometer rolled past exactly 100,000 miles. It had been used for something other than personal travel — it was a passenger transport vehicle.
Since each standard shift lasts 7.5 hours, it makes perfect sense to him about how quickly the mileage is racking up on the vehicle. Since his truck weighs close to 7,000 pounds, this weight was most sorely noticed at the tires and various components.
100,000 Miles Is A Lot Of Driving So It Only Makes Sense For The Tires To Wear Out New Michelin Defender LTX Platinum tires replaced the worn-out set at a cost of around $2,500. Although this number may sound a bit on the high side, it’s regarded as paragmatic for a cost of entry heavy-duty EV truck.
What about the repair bill that followed, where it ultimately cost $7,200? Tesla replaced the power conversion system out of the car: in other words, it pulled the ‘Rev E’ unit and replaced it with a new ‘Rev F. The price on this repair was $7,200.
What Can We Learn?
Electric Vehicles Are More Than Just Fuel Savings
While fuel costs are orders of magnitude lower, tire, brake and electronic component expenses can be much higher.
Heavy EVs wear out tires like there’s no tomorrow, so its important to accurately account for that maintenance cost and replacement parts. Usage as a Rideshare Vehicle
Repair costs for a vehicle that has been used for business or rideshare, which is substantially greater original source.
Cybertruck vs. Other EVs: Where Greater Caution is Required
The Tesla Cybertruck is a very tough, modern vehicle–but if you work it hard those running costs can add up. Alternatively, and similar sequences can happen to other electric vehicles (EVs) as well.
Tesla Cybertruck: A Lesson in Understanding EVs Ahead of Maintenance, Tire Costs and Impact on Electronics All three trades give if a person wants to own an EV, They should understand what that means before acquiring one.
