I don’t need 1000hp. I just want an affordable, electric pickup with 6+ feet bed and good range.
Nice. I love meeting people from different walks of life online. Especially in the fediverse where you expect everyone to be computer geeks.
Rivian already announced new models that may be closer to that. In the meantime, think of this as differentiation: keeping their premium models relevant next to more mainstream models. I hope it works.
Also think of it similar to Tesla when they used to update technology more regularly, especially to “Plaid” versions of model S + X. I believe Cybertruck included higher voltage wiring and charging that could really benefit all models
Silverado has a proper bed (at 5’11”) and the mid gate folds into the cab for around 9’ of length, and loads of range. Affordable is NOT going to go together with range at this point. Though typically if one needs the bed it’s rare to also need the range in the same vehicle.
Yeah it’s a nice looking truck but way too big and costs almost as much as my house lol
Seriously - when do we get something the size of a 90s-era Hilux that’s reasonably performant, but mostly optimized to be a torquey little stuff-hauler? I feel like that would sell like goddamn hotcakes.
What ICE vehicle has what you’re looking for? I’m not a truck guy, so I don’t know the lay of the land. Long ago, my family got hooked on (mini)vans. They’ve got more bed space than any pickup, and come with a free topper. Plus you can add the seats back in to haul 8 people. Trips to the garden centre and kids outings are equally a cinch.
I think Telo is on the right track, I think they’ll blow away the current ETrucks if/when they make it to market. Specifically in the trades since they’re more affordable and configurable. I could actually see someone buying a fleet of these even over the F150 lightning pro.
