Electric vehicle giant Tesla is now offering free lifetime supercharging on the purchase of base model Cybertrucks from its inventory. This limited-period offer is designed to make the vehicle more enticing to potential buyers.
What’s Included in the Offer
- Customers who purchase the base model Cybertruck on or after December 27 will be eligible for free supercharging during their ownership of the vehicle.
- However, vehicle owners will still be required to pay supercharger fees, including idle and congestion fees.
- Idle fees apply when vehicles stay connected to the charger post-full charging, while congestion fees are charged to drivers who charge their electric vehicles beyond a certain level at “busy” supercharger stations.
Terms and Conditions
- The offer cannot be transferred to another vehicle or person.
- The base model Cybertruck is part of the foundation series, a limited and pricier edition of the vehicle with laser-etched foundation series badges and premium accessories.
Pricing and Variants
- The foundation series all-wheel drive variant is priced at $99,990.
- The Cyberbeast variant is priced at $119,990.
- Tesla also offers a regular version of the Cybertruck, priced about $20,000 lower than the foundation series.
Background
- Tesla has been selling the foundation series Cybertrucks for several months, but inventory remains in the US market.
- The company paused production of the Cybertruck in early December, citing reduced demand.
- Tesla has been facing demand challenges for the truck, with significant inventory remaining in the US market.
Conclusion
Tesla’s introduction of free lifetime supercharging for base model Cybertrucks is a strategic move to reduce inventory and boost sales. With the foundation series still available in the US market, this offer is designed to make the vehicle more attractive to potential buyers.