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 Bonnie from Vancouver for donating a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass to Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association (VOKRA)
Thank you Bonnie from Vancouver for donating a 1982 Pontiac Grand LeMans to Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association (VOKRA)
Thank you Janie from Hope for donating a 1999 Honda civic to BC SPCA
Thank you Douglas from Vancouver for donating a 2006 Mazda RX8 to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
Thank you Mathieu from Dorval for donating a 2010 Hyundai Elantra touring to Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence
Thank you Derek from Calgary for donating a 2003 BMW X5 to Women's Centre of Calgary
Thank you Joseph from Burlington for donating a 2015 Hyundai Elantra GL 4DR to Canadian Cancer Society
Thank you Braeden from London for donating a 2007 Kia Rio5 to Boys & Girls Club of London Foundation
Thank you Ji Hye from Coquitlam for donating a 2005 Acura TSX to Canadian Red Cross
Thank you Lynn & Dorothy from Olds for donating a 2002 Saturn LW200 to Alzheimer Society of Calgary
Thank you Barbara from Winnipeg for donating a 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis to D'Arcy's Arc Inc.
Thank you Theresa from Middle Musquodoboit for donating a 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid to Souls Harbour Rescue Mission
Thank you Robbyn from Ottawa for donating a 2010 Lincoln MKX to Children at Risk
Thank you Doug from Beaumont for donating a 2006 Saturn VUE to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you Jaroslav from Ottawa for donating a 2003 Pontiac Vibe to Alzheimer Society Ontario Serving Ottawa and Renfrew County