Cybertruck owners report vandalism during New Orleans parade

Two Cybertruck owners, Joshua Hazel and Christina G., shared their experiences of vandalism during a Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans. They were excited to join the event but ended up facing extensive vehicle damage and costly repairs. The parade started positively, with the owners decorating their trucks and enjoying interactions with the crowd. However, things turned aggressive as the parade progressed. Both drivers reported being harassed, with people throwing alcohol and beads at their vehicles. Hazel described an incident where someone ran up and threw a handful of beads at his truck, hitting his wife in the head. He also noted that the glass panel of his truck was shattered during the event. Christina’s vehicle was also damaged; people hit it with a heavy object, breaking the top glass. The couple reported feeling unsafe as onlookers shouted insults and encouraged children to throw items at them. After the troubling experience, they filed police reports but noted the authorities had no updates on the investigation. The financial impact was significant. Hazel estimated repairs would cost thousands, including $360 for the glass and about $7,000 to replace the truck's wrap. Christina faced over $2,000 in repairs for her damaged vehicle. Despite the vandalism, both drivers decided to buy more Tesla shares following the incident, as they refuse to let the negativity impact their enthusiasm for their vehicles.