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Telo MT1 Electric Pickup Truck Prototype Tested, Features Compact Design and High Towing Capacity
Key points
- Telo MT1 is a compact electric pickup truck.
- It has an 8,000lb towing capacity and a 96-inch bed.
- The MT1 accelerates 0-60mph in an estimated four seconds.
- The design is similar in size to a two-door Mini Cooper.
Prototype Test Drive
A prototype of the Telo MT1 electric pickup truck was test-driven in San Carlos, California. The vehicle features a cab-over design, resembling a Japanese kei truck with a short nose and four doors. The interior is described as spacious, with a firm but stable ride attributed to a low center of gravity from the battery pack.
Performance and Features
The MT1 prototype demonstrated quick acceleration, with the production version estimated to go from 0-60mph in four seconds. Despite its small size, comparable to a two-door Mini Cooper, the truck boasts an 8,000lb towing capacity and a 96-inch bed. It also includes hidden features designed for practicality.
Market Positioning
Telo, a startup with 30 employees, aims to introduce a smaller electric pickup truck to the US market. The MT1's distinctive appearance and combination of compact size with significant utility are intended to differentiate it from larger vehicles currently available.
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Reporting from
Telo, a California-based startup, is developing the MT1 electric pickup truck, which features a compact design similar to a Mini Cooper but offers an 8,000lb towing capacity and a 96-inch bed. The prototype was test-driven, demonstrating quick acceleration and a stable ride, aiming to introduce a smaller electric truck option to the US market.