Digital Social Hour – Episode #1619

Guests: Danny Koker & Eric Burton
Title: “We Shot a Mirrored Cybertruck 18 Times!”
Host: Sean Kelly
Release Date: November 15, 2025

Episode Overview

In this electrifying episode, host Sean Kelly invites custom car legend Danny Koker and tech innovator Eric Burton to discuss their wild venture: transforming the Tesla Cybertruck into a work of mirrored art and ballistic fortitude. The duo breaks down their experiences developing a true mirrored finish and industry-leading, bullet-resistant glass for the Cybertruck—culminating in a daring live-fire test with ex-Green Beret Tim Kennedy (and even a cameo from Elon Musk on social media).

Expect stories from Detroit to Las Vegas, jaw-dropping insights on electric vehicle safety and customization, and plenty of laughs about pushing boundaries—both stylistically and with actual gunfire.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

The Birth of the Mirrored, Armored Cybertruck

• How Danny and Eric Met:
  • [02:15] The two only recently connected through a mutual friend; Eric had the vision, Danny had the workshop and team to realize it.
  • Danny: “I've got a full team at my place… building choppers and hot rods… but we’d never really seen or done anything quite like this before.”
• Product Launch:
  • [02:18] Two innovations for Cybertruck drivers:
    • “Mirrored Cyber” – creates a literal mirror-like exterior, customizable with graphics and logos.
      • Eric: “I challenge you to look at the pores.”
      • Host: “I could see my boogers in the mirror!” ([02:35])
    • “Armored Cyberglass” – replaces Tesla’s factory glass with proprietary ballistic glass, rated to stop pistol rounds and certain rifles.

The Ballistic Test: Shooting the Cybertruck

• Initial Testing:

  • [06:03] With Tim Kennedy and company in Austin, the group subjects the Cybertruck to direct gunfire including handguns and a special “hog round.”
    • Eric: “He purposely picked out a rifle round, but put it in a pistol... it did go through and through… physics doesn’t lie.” ([06:52])

• Elon Musk’s Challenge:

  • Eric: “Elon weighed in on one of our videos and said, ‘Hey, that’s cool, but it won’t stop a 5.56 round.’ So we made the glass thicker and up-armored the doors…” ([07:01])
  • The upgraded Cybertruck stopped all rounds, including SIG Fury .277, during follow-up tests.
    • Eric: “Thankfully, none of that went through… [Tim] lost his mind when it passed. He said, ‘This is the next gen ammo for the military.’” ([07:42])

• Memorable Moment:

  • Danny: “The look on your face, they were checking Eric's heart rate… this was never done before. And it stopped it, bro.” ([07:45])

Real-World Security & Scenarios

• Security for High-Profile Vehicles:
  • Eric: “The Cybertruck is 2/3 ballistic 3A rated… but your glass, if you don’t replace it with our armored cyberglass, you’re exposed.” ([08:10])
  • Danny: “They tend to go after that high profile… so a vehicle like this, being fully armored, you’re safe to maneuver your way out of the situation.” ([08:40])
• Product Scalability:
  • The technology is applicable to other vehicles, e.g., G-Wagons—“We can up-armor anything. It’s just the Cybertruck is unique.” ([09:09])

Unique Features: Style That Evolves

• Custom Graphics:

  • Danny: “Being able to polish these trucks… then… you can work out your graphics… literally not laying down any paint. You’re taking the surface and changing the sheen, the shine, the vibe… you can go back and mirror it out again and it all just goes away.” ([13:35], [15:22])
  • Eric: “So you are the artist and we create your masterpiece.” ([15:40])

• Financial Perks for Owners:

  • Host: “Trump just brought back the 100% write off for vehicles over 6,000 pounds.” ([15:59])
  • Danny: “Yes. Let’s go!” ([16:05])

Electric Performance & EV Convictions

• Driving the Cybertruck:
  • Eric: “Never test drive a Tesla because if you do, you will be ruined for the rest of your life. It is both quick and fast and every day is a roller coaster.” ([18:02])
• Converting a Muscle-Car Veteran:
  • Danny: “I’m such a motorhead… there’s nothing quicker than electricity… I so dig it, I appreciate it.” ([17:03], [18:45])

Bulletproof Glass and Return Fire

• Return Fire-Rated Glass:

  • Eric: “It’s return fire rated. You can shoot out, but they can’t shoot in… as a last resort… you can return fire while keeping the integrity of the bulletproof nature coming at you.” ([11:09])
  • Danny & Host: “So you could return fire through the window?” ([11:46])
    • Eric: “With great accuracy.” ([11:49])

• Watermelon Test Demo:

  • Eric: “In Austin, we taped the watermelon [outside], Tim sat in the back seat, and shot. He triple tapped the watermelon… Have great slow-mo video.” ([12:09])

EV Safety and Self-Driving

• Autopilot & Public Safety:
  • Eric: “With all the Teslas I’ve owned over 12 years, I’ve got over 300,000 miles… my 80-year-old mom has a Model Y just to help her with her driving abilities… it’ll extend her independence 10, 20, 30 years.” ([20:04])
  • Danny: “I was very… I wasn’t too sure about the self-driving. But this truck is watching everything going on, a few cars ahead, it’s paying attention…” ([20:35])
• Impact on Road Safety:
  • Eric: “Right now in the US over 40,000 traffic fatalities every year. If this gets adopted, I think you’re gonna see fatalities get under 5,000.” ([22:11])
  • Host: “A lot of people are scared of flying, but you should be more scared of driving.” ([22:45])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I challenge you to look at the pores.” – Eric ([02:18])
• “He purposely picked out a rifle round, but put it in a pistol… it did go through and through. Physics doesn’t lie.” – Eric ([06:52])
• “Elon weighed in on one of our videos and said, ‘Hey, that’s cool, but it won’t stop a 5.56 round.’” – Eric ([07:01])
• “The look on your face, they were checking Eric’s heart rate… and it stopped it, bro.” – Danny ([07:45])
• “It’s return fire rated. So you can shoot out, but they can’t shoot in, really.” – Eric ([11:09])
• “Never test drive a Tesla because if you do, you will be ruined for the rest of your life.” – Eric ([18:02])
• “I so dig it. I appreciate it.” – Danny ([18:45])
• “We’ve been doing style forever… I love that this is the first time we’ve gotten involved in style and safety.” – Danny ([13:35])
• “You are the artist and we create your masterpiece.” – Eric ([15:40])
• “Trump just brought back the 100% write off for vehicles over 6,000 pounds.” – Host ([15:59])
• “I might have to try it out, the way you’re describing it sounds like a blast.” – Host ([18:21])

Important Timestamps by Segment

• 02:18 – Introduction of “Mirrored Cyber” and “Armored Cyberglass”
• 06:03 – Cybertruck gets shot in Austin; Tim Kennedy’s involvement
• 07:01 – Elon Musk’s challenge and subsequent up-armoring
• 11:09 – Return fire feature and watermelon shooting demo
• 13:35 – Carjackings, high-profile vehicles, and safety rationale
• 15:22 – Customization capabilities and graphic art
• 16:09 – EV acceleration, motorhead conversion, and performance
• 20:04 – Autopilot/Full Self Driving, impact on elderly mobility
• 22:11 – Vision for accident reduction and safer roads with autonomous vehicles
• 23:04 – How to buy/customize your own: mirroredcyber.com, armoredcyberglass.com

Where to Find More / How to Connect

• For mirrored Cybertruck installs: mirroredcyber.com (nationwide; Counts Kustoms in Las Vegas for regional)
• Armored glass upgrade: armoredcyberglass.com (mobile installs available globally)
• Follow Danny’s creative work at Counts Kustoms, especially if you want your Cybertruck “done up” custom shop style.

Wrap-Up

This action-packed episode brings together car culture, cutting-edge tech, and real-world security concerns for an entertaining and informative conversation. The hosts and guests share a genuine excitement for pushing limits—whether it’s through style, safety, or just blowing up watermelons. If you want a car that literally turns heads and shrugs off bullets, these are the guys you call.

“You are the artist and we create your masterpiece.” – Eric Burton ([15:40])