What differentiates Terra Pickup Truck vs. other EV competitors for you?

[Gottesacker]

For me there’s a few things that sold me and made this a first time I’ve ever put that $100 down to be in line.

- The bench seat. It’s so hard to get a truck with a bench anymore unless it’s the basic trucks. I still want a nice truck, but I love the versatility of 6 seats, and have regularly used them in my current truck.

- The Harvester. This would be my first EV, and I’m just not certain how it would handle the regular payload and towing I would subject it to. The Harvester option gives me a little peace of mind.

- Hopefully the cabana top. Cause who wouldn’t love that super open feel once in a while?

- I like the thoughtfulness of putting a grab handle directly behind the cab. Any truck owner knows the worst place to try to get things from is the front of the bed. Them being smart enough to include a step and grab bar in the concept gives me hope they keep that in there.

- The body-on-frame and independent panels of a more traditional variety, and to add on the claimed 80% user serviceability, which separates it from other EV trucks in my mind.

 

[Falco]

- I like the thoughtfulness of putting a grab handle directly behind the cab. Any truck owner knows the worst place to try to get things from is the front of the bed. Them being smart enough to include a step and grab bar in the concept gives me hope they keep that in there.

I really hope these handles, if they make it to production, are removable. I think they are great and will be used a lot, but should be removable if you want to slap a shell on top, either hard shell or something like a softopper, if not that will be a big hit to utility.

 

[Mousehunter]

Looks - it does not scream EV, EV, EV....

That holds for the Terra and the Traveler. Leaning towards the Traveler though. Might be tempted if it had a 6.5' bed, but honestly I have a great truck anyway.

 

[Lakesinai]

The Terra is the best looking pickup truck I've ever seen, especially compared to the current EV selections. Also, I think the solid rear axle and mechanical locking differentials set it apart.

Remember the rear locker is standard, which is a great upgrade. However, the front locker will be an add-on, probably part of an off-road package, from what has been published.

 

[Lakesinai]

Looks - it does not scream EV, EV, EV....

That holds for the Terra and the Traveler. Leaning towards the Traveler though. Might be tempted if it had a 6.5' bed, but honestly I have a great truck anyway.

The 5.5 bed is required to fit a full crew cab, and keep the vehicle under 20', which is the magic number for parking spaces, garages, ferry and life.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

Don't forget rumors of a Ford Superduty EREV:


Too bad the Lightning Switchblade (EV Raptor) is just a technology showcase and not intended to be production.

I'm an engineer in the automotive field, and I can tell you, that's not a rumor.

 

[Gottesacker]

I really hope these handles, if they make it to production, are removable. I think they are great and will be used a lot, but should be removable if you want to slap a shell on top, either hard shell or something like a softopper, if not that will be a big hit to utility.

in my head they were more well integrated into the corner of the cab area, rather than extending over the bed area. I can agree with you there on its usability with 3rd party accessories. I still appreciate the thoughtfulness of it though.

 

[4sallypat]

Hope EV batteries will be anything other than NCM.

Let's push for solid state batteries!

 

[Timmdodge60]

Remember the rear locker is standard, which is a great upgrade. However, the front locker will be an add-on, probably part of an off-road package, from what has been published.

Good to know.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

The number 1 driver for me is cost.

Meet's all my use needs in terms of payload, tow rating, etc.

Then, it starts at a price I'm willing to spend on something I'm going to load with manure, throw chains in, drag logs with, hit with other trucks. etc etc.