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Top tech YouTuber breaks down the Tesla Cybertruck's 'ridiculous' windshield wiper and tricky door handles

Marques Brownlee reviewed a Cybertruck prototype on YouTube.
Marques Brownlee reviewed a Cybertruck prototype on YouTube.Marques Brownlee on YouTube
  • YouTuber Marques Brownlee said he's overall "impressed" with the Cybertruck.

  • He likes the speed and manueverability of the truck, but has concerns about smaller features.

  • Tesla delivered its first batch of Cybertrucks to about a dozen new owners on Thursday.

YouTuber Marques Brownlee highlighted some of his favorite and least favorite aspects of Tesla's much-hyped Cybertruck in a review video posted Friday.

Brownlee, who has nearly 18 million subscribers on YouTube and is known for his adept tech reviews, said that overall he was impressed by the electric pickup truck. He said Tesla allowed him to demo one of its prototypes for its premium Cyberbeast version of the truck ahead of Thusday's delivery event.

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"I think they really got themselves something solid here," Brownlee said. "We're gonna have to see about the fit and finish — a lot of wait and see — but I'm impressed with this."

Brownlee appeared blown away by the Cybertruck's speed. Tesla's nearly $100,000 Cyberbeast model can go from o to 60 miles per hour in 2.6 seconds, according to the company.

Brownlee also said he appreciated the high level of visibility in the truck, which has a massive windshield. Though he added it can be difficult to see the end of the hood and the tonneau cover blocks the rear view mirror when closed. Instead, Tesla has a rearview camera that constantly displays on the truck's massive infotainment system.

The YouTuber also appeared to admire the vehicle's maneuverability, which he said could take some getting used to for new Cybertruck owners. The steering wheel doesn't turn more than 180 degrees and uses steer-by-wire technology.

"It feels way more nimble in parking lots and it feels like it shrinks the wheelbase, the whole dimensions of the truck," Brownlee said. "It takes some getting used to, but it's very useful."

While Brownlee was overall positive regarding his experience with the truck, he also pointed out some concerns he had about some of the vehicle's high-tech features, including the door handles and some aspects of its futuristic design.