Bibhu Pattnaik, Benzinga Staff Writer September 22, 2024 3:15 PM | 2 min read Also Read: Putin Pal? Elon Musk Fires Back At Critics Accusing Him Of Supporting Russia Earlier in August, he announced that the vehicle was presented to him by Musk. “We received a Tesla Cybertruck from the esteemed Elon Musk. I was pleased to test this new technology and personally witnessed why it's rightfully called the ‘Cyberbeast,” he said in a statement. However, Musk categorically denied having gifted the Cybertruck to Kadyrov. The process through which the warlord procured the vehicle remains a mystery, as direct export of a Cybertruck from the US to Chechnya is barred due to US sanctions. Despite Kadyrov’s assertions of the Cybertruck’s efficacy in combat, experts have voiced skepticism. Mark Cancian, a senior advisor with the International Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, opined that the vehicle would be “totally useless” on the battlefield owing to its weight and charging needs. Why It Matters: The allegations made by Kadyrov against Musk are significant as they involve a high-profile figure and a globally recognized brand. The incident also raises questions about the security and remote control capabilities of Tesla’s vehicles. Furthermore, it brings to light the potential misuse of such vehicles in conflict zones, which could have serious implications for international security and Tesla’s reputation. Read Next