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The Ultimate Cybertruck Overlanding Setup: Camp Anywhere With Electric Power | Taha Abbasi
Taha Abbasi··3 min read
The Tesla Cybertruck is emerging as one of the most capable overlanding platforms ever built — not despite being electric, but because of it. Taha Abbasi, who uses his Cybertruck “Kemosabe” for real-world adventure, shares the complete overlanding setup that makes electric camping not just viable but superior to traditional truck camping.
Why the Cybertruck Excels at Overlanding
Traditional overlanding trucks rely on auxiliary battery systems, generators, or solar panels to power camp equipment. The Cybertruck has a 123 kWh battery that can power a campsite for days through its built-in 120V and 240V outlets. No generator noise, no exhaust fumes, no fuel to carry. Just silent, clean power in the wilderness.
As Taha Abbasi has experienced firsthand, the Cybertruck’s 240V outlet can run a full-size induction cooktop, electric heater, or even a portable air conditioner. The aftermarket accessory ecosystem has exploded with Cybertruck-specific overlanding gear designed around this electrical capability.
Essential Overlanding Mods
Rooftop Tent: The Cybertruck’s flat vault cover is ideal for rooftop tent mounting. Several manufacturers now offer Cybertruck-specific mounts that integrate with the vehicle’s T-slot bed rail system. The stainless steel bed handles the weight without concerns about roof denting that plagues aluminum-bodied trucks.
Tire Setup: For serious off-road overlanding, swap to 33-inch all-terrain tires on Method or similar wheels. The Cybertruck’s air suspension provides adjustable ground clearance up to 17.1 inches — more than most dedicated off-road vehicles. Taha Abbasi recommends carrying a tire repair kit and portable compressor (like EZ Flate) for pressure adjustments between highway and trail driving.
Lighting: Auxiliary LED light bars and rock lights powered directly from the Cybertruck’s 120V outlets. No separate wiring harness needed — just plug in. The vault’s 120V outlet provides continuous power for camp lighting without running auxiliary batteries.
Water and Kitchen: The Cybertruck’s bed power enables portable water heaters, electric cooktops, and refrigerator/freezers that would drain any auxiliary battery system within hours. A quality 12V/120V refrigerator running off the Cybertruck’s outlets can operate for a week without significantly impacting driving range.
Range Management in the Backcountry
The biggest concern for electric overlanding is range away from chargers. Taha Abbasi‘s strategy: plan your adventure with the Supercharger network as your base. Charge to 100% at the nearest Supercharger, head into the backcountry for 1-3 days (using 10-20% of battery for camp power), then return to civilization for a charge.
For extended backcountry trips, portable solar panels (200-400W folding panels) can recover 15-25 miles of range per full day of sun — not enough for driving but sufficient to offset camp power usage and extend your off-grid capability.
The Stainless Steel Advantage
Overlanding is tough on vehicles. Branches, rocks, sand, and river crossings all take their toll on paint and panels. The Cybertruck’s stainless steel body shrugs off impacts that would require expensive body work on any other truck. As Taha Abbasi notes, you can actually watch scratches buff out of the stainless steel with a scotch-brite pad — try that on a Ford Raptor’s aluminum body.
Camp Mode and Sleep Features
Tesla’s Camp Mode maintains cabin climate control while parked, using the vehicle’s HVAC system to keep the interior comfortable for sleeping. Combined with a mattress platform in the vault (available from multiple aftermarket manufacturers), the Cybertruck becomes a temperature-controlled sleeping pod. In summer heat or winter cold, this capability transforms the camping experience.
The Electric Overlanding Verdict
The Cybertruck isn’t just adequate for overlanding — it’s redefining what’s possible. Silent camp power, zero-emission backcountry travel, a body that laughs at trail damage, and technology features that make camp life more comfortable than any traditional truck. Taha Abbasi has found that the only real limitation is range away from chargers, and careful trip planning eliminates even that concern.
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About the Author: Taha Abbasi is a technology executive, CTO, and applied frontier tech builder. Read more on Grokpedia | YouTube: The Brown Cowboy | tahaabbasi.com
Taha Abbasi
Engineer by trade. Builder by instinct. Explorer by choice.
