Pharrell Williams made headlines as he attempted to parallel park his Tesla Cybertruck, ultimately leaving it on the street after a failed attempt, leading internet jesters to coin the term "Pharrellel parking."
Pharrell's Cybertruck Parking Adventure
Pharrell Williams, the renowned record producer and musician, was recently spotted trying to parallel park his Tesla Cybertruck outside a Louis Vuitton store in Miami. The incident ended up with him dangerously close to another car, prompting him to abandon his efforts after a 10-minute struggle and let the valet take over.
Tight Squeeze
According to witness Roxana Gonzalez, who captured the parking attempt, Williams' creative director for Louis Vuitton, tried unsuccessfully to fit the Cybertruck into the space. Gonzalez remarked, "That truck was never going to fit."
Cybertruck Specifications and Pricing
The Futuristic Ride
The Tesla Cybertruck, delivered to the first owners in November 2023, measures less than 19 feet in length and around 80 inches in width. It comes with a price tag starting at $60,990 for the base model, $79,990 for the all-wheel-drive option, and $99,990 for the "Cyberbeast" variant.
Design Quirks and Famous Owners
Futuristic Design Challenges
Originally designed without side mirrors to maintain a streamlined look, US regulators mandated Tesla to add mirrors, emphasizing drivers' reliance on side-mounted cameras. Despite Pharrell's parking challenge, the Cybertruck has attracted famous owners like Alexis Ohanian, Reddit's co-founder.
Mercedes-Benz Seizes the Moment
Not missing a marketing opportunity, Mercedes-Benz commented on the incident's Instagram post, suggesting their Active Parking Assist could have helped Pharrell in his parking predicament.