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    Here's Why The Tesla Cybertruck Might Never Make It To Europe (Updated) (insideevs.com)

    "First of all, the market for pickups in America is huge, and that is different with you," Moravy told TopGear. "And two: European regulations require a rounding of 3.2 millimeters on protruding parts. Unfortunately, it is impossible to make a rounding of 3.2 millimeters on a 1.4 millimeter sheet of stainless steel," he added.

    Why Elon Musk's Cybertruck Won't Be Coming to Europe Anytime Soon (businessinsider.com)

    To drive a vehicle heavier than 3.5 tons in the EU, drivers must have a category C1 license — meaning that to drive a US-built Cybertruck on European roads, you may need to apply for a truck driver's license.
     
    #1 Isaac Zachary, Dec 7, 2023
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    Love the caveat you may need this license and you may need that
     
    #2 hill, Dec 7, 2023
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    The Hummer EV requires a HGV licence to drive in Europe, no?
     
    #3 Tideland Prius, Dec 7, 2023
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    I somehow don’t think Tesla had their sights on a European market.
     
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    Saw a fair amount of Range Rovers while driving around the uk. They weigh over 3 tons. Seems like they carve out a few exceptions here & there?
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    pretty sure the king of england has one
     
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