August 2024 — A Tesla Cybertruck is parked at the valet stand of 801 Chophouse in downtown Minneapolis. The stainless-steel truck, one of the first of its kind seen in the Twin Cities, draws attention with its angular design and matte finish against the glass-fronted restaurant row of 801 Hennepin Avenue. The vehicle’s appearance in upscale nightlife areas reflects how electric vehicles are entering luxury and business settings beyond early tech adopters.