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 Jodi and Dan from Edmonton for donating a 2013 Audi Q7 to Breast Friends Society of Edmonton
Thank you Craig from St. Albert for donating a 2009 Mazda Mazda 3 to HIV Network of Edmonton Society
Thank you karen from kitchener for donating a 2013 subaru XVC to HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre
Thank you Spencer from Calgary for donating a 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS to Calgary Drop-In Centre
Thank you John from Kingston for donating a 2005 Honda Accord to Food Banks Canada
Thank you Cory from St. Albert for donating a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you Trinen from Dartmouth for donating a 2008 Kia Spectra to North Mountain Animal Sanctuary
Thank you Roland from Windsor for donating a 1997 Chevrolet Equinox to Julien’s House
Thank you Susan from Qualicum Beach for donating a 1996 GMC 1/2 ton truck K10703 to Canadian Red Cross
Thank you Kume from Edmonton for donating a 2010 Ford Fusion Sport AWD to Canadian Mental Health Association Edmonton
Thank you Larry from Calgary for donating a 2005 Infiniti G35X to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you Rebecca Grace from Kitchener for donating a 2015 Kia Soul to
Thank you Jason from Nepean for donating a 2006 Ford F150 to The Ottawa Mission
Thank you Chloe from Foothills for donating a 2006 Jeep Liberty to Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation
Thank you Audrey from Foothills for donating a 2007 Ford F-150 to Alberta Cancer Foundation