2022 Tesla Cybertruck camera systems to be supplied by Samsung – report

The upcoming 2022 Tesla Cybertruck electric ute will feature an integrated camera system supplied by tech giant Samsung in place of rear-view mirrors, according to a new report from the Korean Economic Daily newspaper.

 “Samsung Electro-Mechanics aims to expand its business in the booming electric vehicle parts market given stalled growth in the global mobile phone industry,” the publication said.

“[It is] known to have won a US$435.7 million (AU$580 million) deal to supply camera modules to the largest United States electric vehicle maker.”

Other outlets have noted the vehicle in question was unveiled to the public in late 2019, meaning the Tesla Cybertruck – which, in concept form, incorporates eight external cameras and no side-mounted rear-view mirrors – is the only vehicle that fits the relevant description.

In flagship guise, power in the Telsa Cybertruck is sent to all four wheels via a trio of electric motors. This allows the 0-100km/h sprint to be completed in a claimed 2.9 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 210km/h.

A 200kWh lithium-ion battery pack permits a range of 800km in between charges.

Tesla has promised to bring the zero-emission pick-up onto the US market before the end of 2021, priced from US$39,900 for the entry-level front-wheel drive variant and US$69,900 for the range-topping model. However, CEO Elon Musk has noted on multiple occasions the project will likely be delayed.

The vehicle's status for the Australian market is currently unknown. Buyers can place a fully refundable $150 deposit on the Tesla's website, however local prices, specifications, and delivery times are yet to be finalised.

Earlier this year, The Driven reported Tesla had already contracted Samsung to provided silicon chips for its autonomous vehicle computer systems following international shortages.