New US EV Manufacturer TELO Unveils Electric Pickup Truck for 'Urban Adventurers'

TELO, a new US electric vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled its compact TELO Truck. Featuring the capacity of a standard truck, while measuring only 152-inches in length, TELO is targeting urban and suburban consumers.

Featuring a 60-inch truck bed and a four-door five-passenger spacious interior, TELO has the capacity and storage dimensions of a standard pickup, but in a length that fits in small city streets and tight parking spots. 

With no need for a large gas-powered engine and its battery packs embedded within the truck’s chassis, the company says the vehicle length has been 'dramatically shortened without compromising on safety'.

TELO was founded by Jason Marks, who developed the test systems for the driver assistance safety features on five major US automakers' vehicle platforms, and Forrest North, who helped develop the first Tesla Roadster and founded one of the first electric motorcycles companies, Mission Motors. 

Jason Marks, CEO and Co-Founder of TELO, says: “As the demand for electric vehicles continues to grow across the US, we saw a strong need for a vehicle that is suited for both urban environments and active lifestyles. Now more than ever, urban adventurers want the practicality of a small footprint with the storage capacity and power of a traditional truck. With TELO, explorers can live in the city and venture out on weekends.”

“By focusing on the design and placement of the battery pack within the truck’s chassis, we are able to not only to create a roomier crew cab, but also develop a vehicle that is practical for its users,” adds Forrest North, CTO and Co-Founder. “Our patent-pending battery packs are space optimized to provide an impressive 350-mile range in between charges in our small footprint, while being highly manufacturable.”

"For us, the opportunity to design with the latest EV technology meant that we could create a category defining and environmentally mighty ultra-compact pickup truck,” comments Yves Béhar, TELO’s Head of Design and Advisor, “It is designed for city adventurers who want a vehicle nimble enough for city streets and robust enough for outdoor exploring, with plenty of space for their people and gear. It has been an honor to bring to life an unparalleled EV truck which offers best-in-class utility, safety and all around drivability.”

TELO Trucks are currently available for pre-order.