Kazakhstan is set to expand the use of Tesla Cybertrucks in its emergency response fleet after officials reported positive results from the country's first deployment of the electric pickup in rescue operations.

The Ministry of Emergency Situations confirmed that additional Cybertrucks are likely to be purchased as part of a broader effort to modernize emergency response vehicles and improve operational efficiency, The Caspian Post reports via Kazinform.

Vice Minister for Emergency Situations Yerbolat Sadyrbayev said that the first Tesla Cybertruck was acquired by the Emergency Situations Department in Almaty and has already demonstrated its value in real-world operations.

The vehicle's performance has proven effective in situations where rapid response can make a critical difference.

“Our ministry deals with emergencies where every minute counts,” Sadyrbayev said during a government meeting. “The Cybertruck has shown high efficiency in responding to various emergency situations. We are talking about saving people's lives.”

The vice minister noted that the ministry continues to renew and upgrade its vehicle fleet, with a strong focus on equipment that can improve rescue capabilities and response times.