Tesla has made a notable change by removing a clause from its purchase agreement for the Cybertruck. Originally, this clause stated that owners could be sued for at least $50,000 if they tried to sell their Cybertruck within the first year without getting written permission from Tesla. This rule was added to the agreement just last week and was available for public viewing online.
The removed clause had gone so far as to warn that resellers might be barred from buying Tesla vehicles in the future. However, Tesla has since reconsidered and eliminated this controversial rule, now allowing Cybertruck owners to do as they please with their vehicles after purchase.
The automotive news outlet Electrek first highlighted the removal of the clause. They noted that it was a somewhat unusual rule to begin with, though similar clauses do appear with certain high-end or rare cars, from brands like Ferrari, Ford, and Porsche. Given that the Cybertruck isn’t set for mass production until 2025, it’s likely Tesla intended to deter scalpers so that the initial batch of trucks would reach genuine customers, rather than quickly appearing on the secondary market at inflated prices. Despite that goal, Tesla ultimately decided to scrap the restrictive clause.
The Cybertruck was first introduced to the public in 2019, and its initial owners will receive their vehicles during a special event on Thursday, November 30. These new owners will have the opportunity to review the final purchase agreement without worrying about restrictions on resale, though it’s doubtful many will be eager to sell their exciting new trucks right away.
Back in July, reports surfaced indicating that around 1.9 million orders had been placed for the Cybertruck, each secured with a $100 deposit. That same month, Tesla CEO Elon Musk remarked that demand for the Cybertruck was extraordinarily high, illustrating the incredible anticipation for this innovative electric pickup.