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 Cathy from Richmond for donating a 2011 Toyota Corolla LE to Ottawa Therapy Dogs
Thank you Emma from Hamilton for donating a 2006 Honda CRV to SPCA Hamilton-Burlington
Thank you Elijah from Calgary for donating a 2006 Chevrolet Uplander to Kids Cancer Care Foundation
Thank you Justin from Winnipeg for donating a 2009 Ford Fusion SEL to Winnipeg Humane Society
Thank you I Have A Chance Support from Stony Plain for donating a 2016 Kia Rio to Pilgrims Hospice Society
Thank you Marissa from Calgary for donating a 2010 Kia Soul 4u to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you J. R. Marc from Ottawa for donating a 2012 Hyundai Elantra to The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation
Thank you Justin from Regina for donating a 2003 Nissan Xterra to Regina Humane Society
Thank you Gary from Ottawa for donating a 1996 BMW R1100GS (motorcyle) to Wounded Warriors Canada
Thank you Andrew from Nepean for donating a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta to Diabetes Canada
Thank you John from Conestogo for donating a 2012 Volkswagen Passat to Canadian Cancer Society
Thank you Garnett from Brampton for donating a 2007 Saturn Vue to March of Dimes Canada
Thank you Farrah from Peterborough for donating a 2014 Smart Fortwo to Five Counties Children’s Centre
Thank you Norbert from Guelph for donating a 2007 Ford Focus to Grand River Hospital Foundation
Thank you Raymond from Clarks Harbour for donating a 2010 Dodge Avenger to Nova Scotia SPCA