Elon Musk reply goes viral on a picture of a Saudi Prince with a Cybertruck, amassing over 7.1 million views on X.
A photo allegedly showing Saudi Prince Turki bin Salman Al Saud with a newly purchased Cybertruck has taken social media by storm. The image caught the attention of many, including Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, which manufactures the Cybertruck. Musk reshared the viral picture of the prince, adding just a one-word caption.
An X user initially shared the picture, prompting Musk’s response. The photo features the prince standing next to a Tesla vehicle while flashing a peace sign. Musk reposted the image with the caption, “Cool.”
Since being shared a few hours ago, the post has gone viral, garnering over 7.1 million views, and the numbers are rapidly increasing. The share has also accumulated numerous likes and comments.
Reactions from X Users
Here are some notable comments from X users:
- Aesthetic Appeal:
- “Looks like a spaceship,” remarked one user, highlighting the Cybertruck’s futuristic design.
- Expansion Queries:
- “When are you opening Superchargers in Saudi Arabia? I wanna buy my mom a Tesla. She deserves one,” inquired another user, pointing to the growing demand for Tesla’s infrastructure in the Middle East.
- Marketing Potential:
- “Going to be great advertising for Tesla. Cybertruck takes off in the Middle East!” commented a third user, recognizing the marketing potential of the high-profile purchase.
- Suitability for Harsh Conditions:
- “The desert is tough on most 4x4s, the stainless steel of a Cybertruck is ideal!” shared a fourth user, noting the vehicle’s durability.
- Positive Ownership Experience:
- “He definitely looks like a happy Cybertruck owner. Enjoy the truck, Prince Turki!” wrote a fifth user.
About the Cybertruck
The Cybertruck is characterized as “durable and rugged enough to go anywhere” and as being able to “tackle anything with electronically adaptive air suspension that offers 12″ of travel and 16″ of clearance” on the official Tesla website. Constructed for “any planet,” the car has characteristics including a “vast storage space,” a “huge towing capacity,” a “shatter-resistant glass,” and a “ultra-hard stainless-steel exoskeleton.”
Thoughts on Musk’s Reaction
Elon Musk’s simple yet impactful response to the photo of Prince Turki with a Cybertruck underscores the strong social media influence Musk wields and the widespread interest in Tesla’s innovative vehicles. The viral nature of the post highlights the significant marketing potential and public engagement Tesla can achieve through such high-profile endorsements.
