Elon Musk reacts to Saudi prince’s photo with Cybertruck, Tesla CEO’s reply goes viral

Elon Musk’s reply to a picture of a Saudi Prince with a Cybertruck has gone crazy viral. It has accumulated over 7.1 million views on X.

Published on: May 18, 2024, 13:53:16 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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A picture claiming that Saudi Prince Turki bin Salman Al Saud has purchased a new Cybertruck has gone viral on social media. The photo attracted the attention of many, including Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, which manufactures Cybertrucks. He reshared the viral picture of the prince with just a one-word caption.

The image shows a picture of a Saudi prince with a Cybertruck. Elon Musk reacted to it. (Reuters, X/@andst7)

An X user initially shared the picture, which prompted a response from Elon Musk. The image shows the prince standing beside a Tesla vehicle while making the peace sign with his fingers. Reposting the photo, Elon Musk wrote, “Cool.”

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Take a look at the X thread here:

The post was shared a few hours ago. Since then, the share has gone crazy viral. Till now, it has accumulated more than 7.1 million views - and the numbers are quickly increasing. The share has further collected tons of likes and comments.

What did X users say about this post?

“Looks like a spaceship,” posted an X user.

“When are you opening Superchargers in Saudi Arabia? I wanna buy my mom a Tesla. She deserves one,” asked another.

“Going to be great advertising for Tesla. Cybertruck takes up in the Middle East!” wondered a third.

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“The desert is tough on most 4x4’s, the stainless steel of a Cybertruck is ideal!” shared a fourth.

“He definitely looks like a happy Cybertruck owner. Enjoy the truck, Prince Turki!” wrote a fifth.

The official Tesla website describes the Cybertruck as a “durable and rugged enough to go anywhere" vehicle that can "tackle anything with electronically adaptive air suspension that offers 12” of travel and 16” of clearance.”

Built for “any planet,” the car boasts features such as an “ultra-hard stainless-steel exoskeleton, “shatter-resistant glass, a “huge towing capacity,” and “vast storage space.”

What are your thoughts on Elon Musk’s reaction to the Saudi prince’s picture with a Cybertruck?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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