It isn't every day that a Tesla whirrs to our donation-ready attention! To say that we were electrified at the thought is an understatement. This generous donor went from curious to committed in one phone call. And oh, what a difference they have made!
The Tesla Cybertruck is here, and it's creating stir!
Popular Mechanics' Take
The Tesla Cybertruck, says Popular Mechanics, is a little bit Blade Runner. It's also definitely a conversation starter, and certainly not bullet proof. Eric Adams notes,
"The design overall is a bit awkward and ungainly, particularly around the wheel wells and some of the proportions, but I get what they’re going for—something futuristic, surprising, and thoroughly avant-garde.
In that sense the truck is a smashing success. Its front light bar and roof bar are brilliant, its high waistline slices crisply down the side and projects outward, adding an extra dimension to the exterior, and its profile slopes down to the front, adding a bit of Mad Max-ian urgency and speed to the car’s vibe. Its triangular cab is more at home off-world than in the Home Depot parking lot, but it does cap off a thoroughly executed, highly conceived design. They went for it with this truck.
Ultimately, it may not appeal to a lot of conventional truck-driving folk, but it could also create a whole new class of enthusiasts for the segment, the brand, and electrification itself."
Yours for $39, 900
At $40,000, the Cybertruck is not unreasonable for those in the market for a pick-up. Tesla offers single, dual, and tri-motor options. For $7000.00 extra you can enjoy the self-driving option.
'Thinking of donating your old truck? Granted, a self-driving Tesla may be out of reach as a replacement! But, perhaps a good ol' Dodge Ram is within reach. Consider donating your old vehicle sale proceeds to your charity of choice.
You have Our Gratitude
Thank you Julio from Calgary for donating a 2004 Jeep Grand cherokee to Children's Treatment Network
Thank you Jennifer from Hamilton for donating a 2008 Volvo XC70 to Ronald McDonald House Charities South Central Ontario
Thank you Rodger from Nanton for donating a 2005 Dodge Caravan to Diabetes Canada
Thank you Fiona from Battersea for donating a 2011 Toyota Prius to Kingston Humane Society
Thank you Hung from Brampton for donating a 2003 HONDA CRV to Habitat for Humanity Hamilton
Thank you Michael from Toronto for donating a 2005 Buick Allure to Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic
Thank you Phillip from Pickering for donating a 2007 GMC Envoy SLE to Special Olympics Ontario
Thank you Diane from Winnipeg for donating a 2007 Honda Fit to CancerCare Manitoba
Thank you Mike from Simcoe for donating a 2008 Pontiac Grand prix to Brant County SPCA
Thank you Derek from Yarker for donating a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am to Wounded Warriors Canada
Thank you Ben from Kananaskis for donating a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta to Abby Cat Daddy the Feline Advocate Society
Thank you Yuriko from Mississauga for donating a 2008 Suzuki SX4 AWD to Canadian Feed the Children
Thank you Jane Ellen from Calgary for donating a 2009 Honda Civic to Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation
Thank you John from Winnipeg for donating a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze to Baby's Breath
Thank you Jeffrey from Victoria for donating a 2008 Nissan Rouge to Make-A-Wish Canada