DIY Cybertruck lookalike built on Prius frame auctioned for charity

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Author: Interesting Engineering
Published: 6/30/2025
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Read original articleUtah resident Johnny Lange transformed a 2004 Toyota Prius into a Cybertruck-inspired parody police car called the "Cybercop" over four months, using steel tubing and aluminum panels attached with industrial tape and rivets. The project, completed in his Salt Lake Valley garage, features a brushed metal wrap, LED police-style lighting, "Space Patrol" decals, and a disclaimer stating it is not a real police vehicle. Despite its futuristic and law enforcement-inspired appearance, the Cybercop remains street-legal under a standard Utah title and is built on the original Prius frame.
Lange’s motivation was to satirize the cultural prominence of Tesla’s Cybertruck while raising funds for a charitable cause. The Cybercop was auctioned for $4,550, with all proceeds donated to the Utah 10-33 Foundation, which supports families of fallen police officers. Since completion, the vehicle has appeared at local shows and charity events, drawing attention for its unique design, craftsmanship, and philanthropic purpose. The
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