Tesla Cybertruck split in two after collision with G-Wagon in Texas

A Tesla Cybertruck was torn in half after a G-Wagon crash in Texas. See what this means for Tesla’s claims about durability.

A dramatic crash in Frisco, Texas, has put the Tesla Cybertruck back in the spotlight — and not for the reasons the company might hope. A Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon veered off the road and slammed into seven parked vehicles, reportedly striking a Cybertruck first. The impact appeared strong enough to potentially shear the truck’s bed off the main body, based on images shared online.

According to initial reports, the driver of the G-Wagon may have suffered a medical emergency, causing him to lose control. He was the only person injured in the crash, as the parked vehicles were unoccupied. The driver was taken to the hospital, though his condition has not been disclosed.

Photos from the scene quickly circulated online, showing the Cybertruck — which Tesla promotes as "bulletproof" and built with an "exoskeleton" — seemingly split in two. The visuals triggered widespread discussion about the actual durability of the electric pickup truck.

While Tesla highlights its use of ultra-hard stainless steel in the Cybertruck’s construction, experts note that many of the body panels are cosmetic rather than structural. In reality, much of the underlying frame reportedly includes aluminum components. This casts doubt on the company’s narrative of a unified, ultra-rugged design.

Moreover, the truck’s architecture is said to resemble a traditional unibody structure more than a true exoskeleton. That could explain why the impact from a heavy SUV resulted in such extensive damage, despite the vehicle’s marketed toughness.

As the dust settles, the incident raises fresh questions about the real-world resilience of the Cybertruck. Tesla has yet to comment, but this crash will likely prompt scrutiny from both enthusiasts and regulators alike.

Source: electrek.co