Detroit Rapper Claims Tesla Remotely Shut Down Cybertruck Mid-Drive

''p A Detroit rapper’s viral diss track may have sparked more than just conversation online — it may have left him stranded.

Big Huey recently released a song called "Cybertruck" that pokes fun at Tesla’s Cybertruck. The track allegedly critiques the truck’s design and performance, echoing complaints that have followed the electric vehicle since its 2019 reveal.

Shortly after the video gained traction, Huey claims Tesla remotely deactivated his Cybertruck while he was driving it. And his evidence presented via social media seems pretty telling.

The rapper posted to his instagram a video of the truck stopped in the middle of the road after Tesla deactivated it, unannounced.

He also later posted the cease and desist that he received from Tesla about his music video, for anyone who didn’t believe the two could be related.

If true, the move raises serious questions about the growing power automakers have over vehicles in the era of connected tech. Tesla’s proprietary systems are capable of pushing over-the-air updates, adjusting performance settings, and in some cases, locking down vehicles entirely.

Such actions are typically reserved for situations like theft recovery or payment defaults, not disputes over a rap song.

While details remain unverified, the alleged mid-drive shutdown is drawing criticism from safety advocates. Many point out that turning off a vehicle on the road, regardless of motive, could pose major hazards to both the driver and others nearby.

Social media reactions are divided. Some are calling for a boycott of Tesla, accusing the company of overreach and corporate retaliation. Others say Tesla has the right to defend its brand from public mockery.

For both the music and auto industries, the situation highlights an emerging tension in a world where vehicles are increasingly “smart”, and where ownership may not mean full control.

As one analyst put it, connected cars may be blurring the line between a purchase and a long-term subscription. So, maybe next time you want to talk smack, make sure you’re driving something a little more analog, just to be safe.