Elon Musk Sends Cybertrucks To Help With California Wildfires
Elon Musk and Tesla have mobilized Cybertrucks to assist wildfire-affected areas in California.
A fleet of Starlink-equipped Cybertrucks is being used to help restore internet access and provide relief to impacted communities following the devastating fires which destroyed an estimated 12,000 structures.
Musk announced that Cybertrucks intended for imminent delivery would instead be diverted to support disaster recovery efforts. Existing Cybertruck owners were quick to ask how they can help, to which the Tesla chief responded: "Ride around in your truck in the devastated areas with a Starlink terminal on the roof and open WiFi"
In a social media post, Musk explained that Cybertrucks equipped with Starlink satellite internet systems would be stationed in grid patterns across key areas, including Malibu, Pasadena, and Altadena, to provide free WiFi.
The vehicles are also stocked with essentials such as bottled water, fresh fruit, and other supplies. Tesla’s mobile power units (MPUs) have also been deployed to enable device charging in Altadena and Topanga Canyon.
Musk acknowledged the disruption for Cybertruck customers, apologizing for the delay and promising replacement vehicles by the end of the week. Additionally, Tesla announced it would provide housing, meals, and transportation for employees who lost their homes in the fires.
Musk’s mobilization of Cybertrucks came alongside criticism of California’s wildfire prevention measures, blaming overregulation for insufficient fire breaks and brush clearing. California Gov. Gavin Newsom countered Musk’s remarks by highlighting that water supplies for firefighting efforts were stressed but available.
This is the Cybertruck's second high-profile news story of 2025, following the vehicle's use in an explosion outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas on New Year's Day.
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"They'll" say: "Musk is only doing this to try to make himself look good. I don't care, I still hate him." (Even though "they" worshiped him just a couple years ago.)
I hate him, too. Boy I tell ya, People with money. Go down on yourself why don't you.