The inventor of the Cyberbackpack is extending an Elon Musk-esque offer to Tesla employees, offering a discount at a familiar value to any company worker who wishes to buy a backpack based on the Tesla Cybertruck design.
The Cyberbackpack was invented by Riz, a Tesla owner and early adopter of electric vehicles. Riz was inspired to build a backpack for the ultimate Cybertruck fan, featuring USB-C charging ports, expanding storage capacity, and a carbon-fiber compartment for maximum protection of your goods. Just as the Tesla Cybertruck sports a war-ready design, the Cyberbackpack also provides complete protection for books, laptops, and other tech items.
Riz and CyberBrands are now offering any Tesla employee interested in snagging the Cyberbackpack, which usually retails at $249, a…you guessed it…69 percent discount. All you have to do is fill out the Typeform on the product website.
Riz said the idea came from Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s recent decision to buy Twitter, as employees will have more money to spend on Tesla products to support the company if they want the backpack.
“We are doing what we can to help Elon buy Twitter. More money in Tesla employees’ pockets means more money for them to spend on Tesla products,” Riz said.
The Cyberbackpack is a product that has a rich story. After Riz proposed the idea of working on the backpack with Tesla, he became alarmed when the automaker filed a trademark claim for the product’s name.
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“My goal is to work with Tesla in some fashion to distribute the product. That’s why I reached out initially. However, if that does not happen, then I would like to continue marketing and selling on my site,” Riz told us in an interview back in April. He actually started developing the product after the Sandy Hook tragedy as a way to protect children at school.
The debacle with Tesla, which was really done to protect the likeness of the Cybertruck as most people would associate it with Tesla, a patent attorney explained to us, Riz decided to build a new company: CyberBrands. This has resulted in several new products based on the Cyberbackpack, including a power bank and a sling bag (which are unfortunately not a part of the Tesla employee promo).
My favorite Cyberbackpack uses
I personally use a Cyberbackpack daily, as I use it for a gym backpack every day. Additionally, it came in handy with a USB power bank over the Summer on the beaches of Assateague Island. After the Bluetooth Bose Speaker or my iPhone was low on a charge, the Cyberbackpack’s awesome versatility as a portable charger comes in handy. Of course, there are days my headphones aren’t charged for the gym, and the Cyberbackpack takes care of that as well.
It’s a great backpack and has a lot of space and storage. I packed an entire weekend of clothing, plus my MacBook, iPad, and chargers in the bag, and still had room leftover. For the price after the 69 percent discount that Riz is offering to Tesla employees, it’s really a bargain.
Just got my Cyberbackpack in the mail! @Riz has a great product here and I cannot wait to put it to use this summer!! pic.twitter.com/CimqDA758B
— Joey Klender (@KlenderJoey) May 31, 2022
Non-Tesla employees, you can buy the Cyberbackpack here.
Disclosure and Promotional Rules: 1. The discount amount will be 69% off the listed price. 2. The discount cannot be combined with other discounts. 3. The discount only applies to backpacks with power banks. 4. The discount can only be used one (1) time and by the email address provided. 5. Discount code will expire in 24 hours, after which you will have to request a new code.
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The Tesla Roadster unveiling could be coming “in a few weeks,” according to the company’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen, who said at the Tesla Takeover Europe Event in Austria that the all-electric hypercar could finally make its way to the production line after years of anticipation.
Von Holzhausen delivered the news just days after The Information reported that Tesla planned to push the Roadster unveiling to August. It was slated for both April and May of this year, but now it seems the company is leaning toward a late Summer event to cap off the heat with perhaps its most anticipated vehicle of all-time.
🚨 Tesla Chief Designer Franz Von Holzhausen, speaking to the crowd at Tesla Takeover Europe, said at the event that the Roadster is coming “in a few weeks,”
Multiple attendees have confirmed this pic.twitter.com/B1v6yb2Geq
— TESLARATI (@Teslarati) June 6, 2026
Franz has been with Tesla since 2008, and has played a pivotal role in the iconic design language the company has utilized with its vehicles. Speaking to the crowd in Austria virtually, von Holzhausen’s comments injected fresh excitement into a project that has been plagued by delays for nine years.
The second-generation Roadster promises to redefine supercar standards. Tesla’s website still highlights ambitious targets: 0-60 mph in under 1.9 seconds (with optional SpaceX thruster pack potentially achieving 1.1 seconds or less), a top speed exceeding 250 mph, and a range of about 620 miles.
Equipped with a tri-motor all-wheel-drive setup delivering over 1,000 horsepower, the four-seater aims to blend blistering acceleration, everyday usability, and innovative features like cold gas thrusters for short-hop capabilities, technology that will combine the project with SpaceX.
But years after the company promised to start production, which was slated for 2020, the timeline for the Roadster has continued to shift.
Tesla has strung along those who have put $50,000 deposits down, as well as fans and enthusiasts of the company who have been long awaiting the company to bring forth a car truly designed for the human driver, and not autonomy. The Roadster is more than just a halo vehicle for Tesla; it showcases the company’s ability to push the boundaries while incorporating synergies from other Musk companies.
However, it has to make it to production, which is something Musk and Co. have pushed back repeatedly.
As Tesla navigates Robotaxi development and broader autonomy goals, the Roadster serves as a reminder of its performance roots. If von Holzhausen’s timeline holds, fans could witness this engineering marvel by late June or early July 2026. Whether a full unveiling, demo, or initial deliveries, it marks a milestone for electric supercars.
Tesla has reportedly pushed the unveiling of the Roadster once again, but there are also evidently new details about the event that the company plans to show off.
The Information reported this morning that Tesla will now unveil, for the second time, the next-generation Roadster in August, a further delay from the multiple timeline that the company had previously stated.
The report has not been confirmed or denied by Tesla at any capacity.
It also states the unveiling event will take place in Texas, the same place that Tesla executives revealed in May would be the place of manufacture for the company’s highly-anticipated supercar, which boasts a top speed of over 250 MPH and 650 miles of range, according to its website.
Tesla is also expected to showcase the SpaceX package, which will be used for faster acceleration and potentially hovering capabilities, at the unveiling event, the report states. Musk has always planned for this to happen, but now it seems it is more realistic than ever
The report also states the Roadster unveiling is planned for August pic.twitter.com/By26XZIJzU
— TESLARATI (@Teslarati) June 5, 2026
The Roadster has had its unveiling date and manufacturing date pushed back on many occasions. It was set to start production in 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic crippled supply chain operations, forcing Tesla to push its timeline back considerably.
However, COVID has been over for some time, and Tesla has still not managed to successfully schedule and execute an unveiling event, which is something fans and enthusiasts, as well as those who have put down a $50,000 deposit, have been waiting for.
The vehicle was close to completion last year, but Musk truly wanted Lars Moravy and Franz von Holzhausen to push the limits of the Roadster. In July of last year, Moravy said:
“Roadster is definitely in development. We did talk about it last Sunday night. We are gearing up for a super cool demo. It’s going to be mind-blowing; We showed Elon some cool demos last week of the tech we’ve been working on, and he got a little excited.”
It is important to note two things: Tesla has not confirmed these details, and the company has regularly pushed these dates back. Until Tesla sends out formal invitations with a concrete date, taking any unveiling event reports with a grain of salt is a good idea.
Tesla is offering a tasty Supercharging incentive on certain Model 3 trims, but the company has officially put a concrete end date on it, so those interested should act fast.
Tesla is offering Free Supercharging for One Year on the Model 3 Premium and Performance trims, the top two offerings of the all-electric sedan. There are three trims of the Model 3 that will have the Free Supercharging offer attached:
- Premium Rear-Wheel-Drive – $42,490
- Premium All-Wheel-Drive – $47,490
- Performance – $54,990
Tesla has now announced that this offer will expire on June 15, giving potential buyers about ten days to take advantage of the incentive.
This could be an additional incentive for car buyers to transition to electric vehicles. Many states are showing gas prices well over $4 per gallon, with the national average currently sitting at $4.22, according to AAA.
A free year of Supercharging miles would allow people to charge and travel for free, other than routine maintenance, which is already incredibly cheap compared to a gas car.
🚨 Tesla is now showing that it’s Free Supercharging offer for Model 3 Premium and Performance trims ends June 15 pic.twitter.com/VCLeddNSj8
— TESLARATI (@Teslarati) June 5, 2026
At Tesla Superchargers, peak rates, meaning prices between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m., average between $0.45 and $0.60. One year of driving at an average of 12,000 miles would cost between $1,000 and $1,500 at $0.50 per kWh. It’s a pretty good deal.
Supercharging prices have also increased recently:
Many of the Superchargers in my area just had their peak rates increased from $0.44 per kWh to $0.49, $0.52, and $0.54 per kWh
If you’re looking to save on your commute/travel for the next year, this Model 3 Free Supercharging incentive might not be a bad idea https://t.co/YDwwl4xxHk pic.twitter.com/DleURW7eqa
— TESLARATI (@Teslarati) June 5, 2026
Tesla has used Free Supercharging to move units in the past, and it’s a great strategy for those who plan to use the car for longer commutes, cross-country drives, or do not have reliable access to home charging.
It should be noted that Tesla recommends that Supercharging be used at a minimum to preserve the life of the battery, as fast-charging is more stressful on the cells.
However, some people might not have an option, so the Free Supercharging incentive could truly be a great reason for many people to charge their cars.
The Supercharging incentive is short-term, and it is pretty rare that Tesla utilizes it, so once this offer is gone, we probably will not see it on the Model 3 for some time.
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