Tesla Cybertruck Driver Reports Unusual Symptoms: A Sense of Drowsiness, Dizziness, and Slowed Perception While Driving the Vehicle
In a recent article, Denis Flierl, a Senior Torque News Reporter, shared the story of Zachary Brown, a Cybertruck owner who has been experiencing fatigue, lightheadedness, and a sensation of slow motion after driving his Tesla Cybertruck for extended periods [1][3].
Zachary posted his concerns on the Cybertruck Owners Only Facebook page, seeking input from other owners to see if it was a common experience or unique to him [1]. As of now, this issue doesn't seem to be widely reported or confirmed by other Cybertruck owners or electric vehicle (EV) drivers, suggesting it might be a specific report from Zachary Brown rather than a known, common issue among EV owners or Cybertruck users[1][3].
While general fatigue and drowsiness while driving are common for many drivers, especially on long trips, they can be influenced by factors such as driving duration and concentration fatigue, reduced oxygen levels or increased CO2 inside the vehicle cabin, and individual health or physiological responses potentially unrelated to the vehicle [5].
The idea that using air recirculation in a car without ventilation can lead to increased CO2 levels inside the cabin, causing drowsiness or lightheadedness, is documented in general car use contexts [5]. However, this doesn't specifically link these symptoms to Cybertruck or EV technology themselves.
Denis Flierl, with a 30+ year tenure in the automotive industry, initially in a consulting role with every major car brand and later as a freelance journalist test-driving new vehicles, wrote the article [2]. He specializes in reporting the latest automotive news, covering owner stories, and providing expert analysis.
If someone experiences such symptoms persistently while driving any vehicle, it is advisable to consult a medical professional and also consider cabin ventilation management during driving.
The World Health Organization states that there is currently no scientific consensus or definitive evidence to suggest that driving an electric vehicle like the Cybertruck directly causes electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS) [4].
The debate on Zachary's experience with the Cybertruck's driving dynamics has sparked a heated debate in the comments section, with some suggesting that Zachary might have EHS, migraines due to the truck's loud motors, or be experiencing motion sickness due to using Full Self-Driving (FSD) and not looking ahead [1][2]. Others reported similar feelings after riding in a Tesla vehicle, while some commented that Ansley's father doesn't know how to drive an EV [1].
Nicole Rucker, a commenter, advised Zachary to try driving with the air off, recirculated, or with the window down to see if it changes anything [1].
[1] https://www.torquenews.com/1022/tesla-cybertruck-owner-reports-unusual-symptoms-while-driving [2] https://www.facebook.com/CybertruckOwnersOnly/ [3] Photo Credit: Denis Flierl via Zachary Brown [4] https://www.who.int/peh-emf/publications/facts/fs356/en/ [5] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3077002/
- Denis Flierl, with his extensive experience in the automotive industry and expertise in reporting, penned an article about a Cybertruck owner, Zachary Brown, who experienced fatigue, lightheadedness, and sensations of slow motion after long drives in his Tesla Cybertruck.
- Zachary shared his concerns on the Cybertruck Owners Only Facebook page, aiming to gather insights from other Cybertruck owners about whether this was a common issue or unique to him.
- At present, there seems to be no widespread replication of Zachary's symptoms among electric vehicle (EV) owners or Cybertruck users, suggesting it may be a specific report from Zachary rather than a common EV or Cybertruck problem.
- While general fatigue and drowsiness during driving can be caused by factors like driving duration, concentration fatigue, and individual health issues, the debate surrounding Zachary's experience has raised questions about the potential impact of air recirculation, vehicle cabin CO2 levels, electric vehicle technology, and even electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS).
- To shed more light on Zachary's symptoms, it is advisable for anyone experiencing persistent issues while driving any vehicle to consult a medical professional and consider managing cabin ventilation during driving.
