The infamous Tesla Cybertruck clause that was removed by the company last November is now back, and new buyers claim that the latest purchase agreement will ask users to pay a $50,000 fine for selling the electric pickup. The Tesla Cybertruck clause details that buyers must keep the EV's ownership for at least a year before they sell it to avoid the said penalties.
It is more widely known as the "For Cybertruck Only" clause in the purchase agreement, and violating it may lead to lawsuits filed by the company and a fine.
Tesla Cybertruck's Resale Clause is Back with the $50,000 Fine
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An owner of the Tesla Cybertruck claimed that the clause that prevents users from reselling their electric pickup, previously removed by the company, is now back with the $50,000 fine. In their experience in buying the EV, they were presented with a purchase agreement that has the "For Cybertruck Only" clause present in the paper, a requirement when buying the electric pickup.
Its return only shows how much Tesla denounces resellers and scalpers from offering the vehicle outside the dealership, with the company best known for taking steps against it. The company has other order agreements for its different EVs, and reselling the clean energy cars may lead to getting black listed by the company, under a "do not sell list."
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Keep the Cybertruck for 1 Year and Avoid the Consequences
The purchase agreement requires the owner to keep the Cybertruck for one full year from the day they purchase the EV, or else, Tesla may sue them and ask for a $50,000 fine.
However, there are other ways to let go of the Cybertruck, and it is through Tesla buying the EV back, but is subject to their checking and approval, deducting as much as $0.25/ mile driven, wear and tear, and repair costs. If Tesla does not agree to purchase the EV, owners may be given written consent to resell it to third-party buyers.
Cybertruck: Recently Released but Faces Controversies
Back when the Cybertruck was confirmed for a release this November, users who were able to complete their orders over at Tesla and those looking to buy the EV saw a clause in its purchase agreement. It talked about giving fines to those who will resell their Cybertrucks for reasons that the company will not accept, leading to massive fines almost worth a new unit.
Moreover, before the Cybertruck presentation from Elon Musk, some workers surfaced and came forward to report against the company's controversies behind closed doors, particularly over at the Cybertruck's plant, Gigafactory Texas. Here, the claims dug deep into incident reports submitted to the OSHA, with witness accounts said to not match the gruesome events that took place.
Some users were not that satisfied with their Cybertruck, saying that its premium price is not worth what users will receive with the actual unit, despite all the technologies and features available.
Now, another controversy sparked against the electric pickup, and it is with the return of the 'For Cybertruck Only' clause that will fine users who sell their EVs before they complete one year of ownership.
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