‘Truckla’ is a Model 3 Tranformed Into a Pickup

Simone Giertz, who gained internet fame with her quirky inventions, has hacked up a brand new Model 3 to add a pickup bed. “I don’t know if this is going to be the smartest or most stupid thing I’m ever going to do,” Giertz said in a video that documents the transformation of her Model… Continue reading ‘Truckla’ is a Model 3 Tranformed Into a Pickup

Musk Says Tesla Pickup Pricing Could Be ‘Well Under’ $50K

The upcoming Tesla pickup would have a starting price of $49,000 or less, Chief Executive Elon Musk said in a podcast interview. Speaking on the “Ride the Lighting” podcast, Musk said the company hopes to offer the vehicle at “well under” $50,000. “You should be able to buy a really great truck for $49k or… Continue reading Musk Says Tesla Pickup Pricing Could Be ‘Well Under’ $50K

Electric Pickup Roundup: Rivian Scores Major Partners; Bollinger, Workhorse Look for Funding Hauls

With its concept of pickup and SUV bodies perched upon an electric “skateboard” technology, Rivian may be the buzziest EV startup since Tesla. The company has been wowing autoshow onlookers and grabbing headlines for major partnerships, tech luminary praise, and novel features of its electric vehicles aimed at adventurers. A Rivian pickup with a range… Continue reading Electric Pickup Roundup: Rivian Scores Major Partners; Bollinger, Workhorse Look for Funding Hauls