I’m not saying poor quality at all. We’ve had a least one Tesla for almost 6 years. And build quality is first class. I’m concerned about Tesla building a functional truck, to be used as a truck. I think Elon wants what he wants and can’t see beyond that and people that disagree with him don’t last. Although brilliant in his own way I think he can’t see what is useful outside of his uses. Tesla favors form over function in most things and in a truck that could be, well not good. He’s cruising the CT around Malibu not fishing/hunting/camping/towing/off-roading/...
My concerns: Air suspension, although great for on road driving they are not good at all off road for many reasons. I’m also concerned the ride will be more 911 then overlander. Concerns over the 4wd, our 3 has poorly tuned AWD Software for slick surfaces (like winter), it’s pretty much a RWD until the rear brake free then the front kicks in, not a big issue in the 3 but will be in the CT, CT needs to have real or simulated lockers, crawl, and real 50/50 AWD. Also CT should come with option for 18” wheels (and The ability to fit 17” would be great) 20” and larger are purely ascetic and a detriment on cars performance and much more so on truck, also needs to be able to fit at least 34” tire. Next concern, interior. All the shots I’ve seen the steering wheel is..well.. stupid, for trucks bigger is better for many reasons. Also needs great interior lighting and I would love a rubber floor, and touch screen only could be less optimal in a truck. And some type or of auto doors, self presenting handles,... again pointless on a truck. Other things like the high sides of the bed, lack of exterior lighting, are all concerns. Also concerns for the exoskeleton (unibody), winch support, and tow strap and jack points. Also glass roof, although initial wow factor it gives terrible insulation, very limited roof rack options and with cargo up there what if I drop something hard/ heavy/sharp on it...
So in summary, currently my “truck is a 200 series Lx570 (Toyota Land Cruiser). I use it to get to the backcountry in AK for fishing, skiing, hunting, biking, hiking, towing a camper... and use it hard. Given the fact that there will be almost no aftermarket support and mods I’m assuming will be much more difficult due to software Integration into, well everything. If I can’t: delete the air suspension, run 18” wheels, run at least 34” tires, no good ability to support established aftermarket roof rack options, or if the 4wd system sucks I probably won’t buy one.
One last plea, Elon please don’t go with Air! Look at hydraulic with springs for adjustable dampening/height like: Toyota AHC, Oshkosh, magnetic ride,...
