Tesla launched its highly anticipated Cybertruck, an all-electric pickup truck, which was unveiled by CEO Elon Musk in Los Angeles. The event showcased the vehicle’s unique design and promised features, sparking considerable media attention and public interest. Part of the demonstration included the claim that the Cybertruck's windows were made from 'ultra-hard' glass, touted to be unbreakable. To illustrate this point, Musk had his design head, Franz von Holzhausen, throw a metal ball at the side windows of the truck. This was meant to emphasize the vehicle’s durability. However, contrary to expectations, both windows shattered upon impact, deflating the dramatic moment and creating an unexpected twist in the presentation.

The shattering of the windows overshadowed the truck's unveiling and became a humorous highlight of the event, leading to memes and discussions across social media platforms. Musk's reaction, which included lighting quick humor, did little to diminish the awkwardness of the moment. Nevertheless, the Cybertruck's futuristic design and performance specifications continued to generate significant buzz. Tesla received an impressive number of pre-orders shortly after the launch, demonstrating public enthusiasm despite the mishap during the demonstration.