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 Yousra from East York for donating a 2007 Kia Sedona to Canadian Cancer Society
Thank you Hayden from Victoria for donating a 2001 Volvo XC70 to BC SPCA
Thank you Jushin from Calgary for donating a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe to Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation
Thank you Larissa from Winnipeg for donating a 2009 Hyundai Sonata to Winnipeg Humane Society
Thank you Estate of Robert Gordon from Abbotsford for donating a 2007 Volkswagen Pasat to Canadian Red Cross
Thank you Olivia from Calgary for donating a 2007 Honda Accord to Women in Need Society of Calgary
Thank you Bonnie from Spruce Grove for donating a 2004 Ford Escape to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you Christian from LaSalle for donating a 2008 Saturn Astra to
Thank you Celina from Prince George for donating a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire to BC SPCA
Thank you Tziporah from Sitka for donating a 2001 Mazda Tribute LX to Nanaimo Community Gardens Society
Thank you Jim from Kelowna for donating a 2002 Mazda MX5 Miata to Northern Lights Wildlife Society
Thank you Jason from Erin for donating a 2008 Honda Accord to MS Canada
Thank you Lain from New Westminster for donating a 2005 Toyota Echo to Crohn's and Colitis Canada
Thank you Brian from Waterloo for donating a 2014 Nissan Versa Note to Amnesty International Canada
Thank you Rob from Calgary for donating a 1986 Ford Van E150 to Animal Rescue Foundation of Alberta