Tesla’s New Model Y Takes the ‘Cyber’ Look Mainstream, Minus One Key Design Choice
Its Updated Look Clearly Takes Cues from Tesla’s ‘Cyber’ VehiclesThe new hood and headlights of the new Tesla Model Y should look very familiar to anyone who has seen photos of Tesla’s Cybercab concept revealed back in 2024.Tesla
The side panels of the new Tesla Model Y look very similar to the original Model Y, though Tesla says small tweaks have been made and considers new Model Y “completely redesigned.”Tesla
Tesla says the new Model Y’s taillight is the first “indirect reflective body panel taillight of its kind.” This means that the rear light is designed to face the car and reflect back. We’re not exactly sure what benefit this design decision provides to owners.Tesla
It’s Also Gaining a Lot of Improvements From the New Model 3
As Car and Driver notes, it wouldn’t be surprising if the new Y also included the same sound-deadening updates found in the Model 3.
One Key Detail Isn’t Changing That’ll Please Tons of Tesla Fans
Key Details About the U.S. Version Remain a Mystery
That said, as Jess Weatherbed of The Verge astutely points out, the new version of the Model 3 took roughly four months to reach the U.S. in 2024.