Ram vs Cybertruck: The Real Numbers That Made This Way Harder Than I Expected

In this video, I walk through how I would actually build two trucks I’m seriously considering: a Ram Rebel and the Tesla Cybertruck. I break down the real MSRP of each, then show something most videos don’t — actual dealer emails and discounts offered on the Ram. I provide dealer name and contact details. From there, I compare short-term cost vs long-term ownership using a clear 3, 5, and 7-year cost analysis. I lay out every assumption on screen — fuel, electricity, insurance, maintenance — and use that framework to understand how the numbers change over time. What surprised me most wasn’t which truck is cheaper upfront (that part is obvious), but how the long-term math starts to flip — and how that creates a much harder decision than I expected. This isn’t a verdict or a recommendation. It’s the process — how I’m thinking through a major purchase as a husband, dad of three, and someone trying to make a long-term decision. If you’ve owned a Ram long-term or converted to an EV for several years, I’d genuinely love to hear what surprised you — good or bad. Thanks for watching. ------------------------------------ Intro/Outro full song: Weekend Gold by our 'Kin and Fire' project https://tidal.com/track/453310280/u ------------------------------------- I recently began to up my game with some new lighting/video gear. Hopefully you can see the difference! Gear & Products I am currently using below. If it interests you too, these are affiliate links that don't cost you any extra. Lighting: - Amaran 100d Video Light: https://amzn.to/3YDz78O - Light Stand: https://amzn.to/4p7z4Ne - Softbox for Light: https://amzn.to/4pRsQCk - Elgato Key Light: https://amzn.to/4pR885D Hardware: - Macbook Air 15": https://amzn.to/4p7L80W - RTX 5070 GPU: https://amzn.to/4pR33ub - DJI Mic 2: https://amzn.to/4pR885D - iPhone 17 Pro: https://amzn.to/45pbq7V - DJI Osmo 8 Phon Gimbal: https://amzn.to/494SyMC (As an Amazon Affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.)