TELO Trucks has unveiled the first pre-production pickup truck, the TELO MT1.
As the electric vehicle landscape continues to evolve, TELO Trucks is defining a new category of pickup trucks that meets a market need for sustainability, size and functionality across both consumer and fleet audiences. The TELO MT1 combines advanced battery technology and safety innovations into a compact footprint that is made for urban environments. These capabilities in the size of a mini truck are only possible as an electric vehicle.
TELO’s ability to accomplish the goals it announced last March soon after closing a $5.4M strategic funding round led by Neo with additional investment from Spero Ventures underscores how — by taking a uniquely interwoven approach to design, engineering, and manufacturing — the company continues to advance its positioning in the ever-evolving EV marketplace.
With a rapidly growing waitlist of pre-orders and a distinct design-led approach, TELO continues to prove that smart, human-centered innovation can drive the future of electric mobility. The company has more than 5,000 pre-orders which represents some $250 million in customer commitments—pre-orders run $152, the vehicle’s length in inches.
At the heart of TELO’s first drivable pre-production vehicle is a sustainably built interior that reimagines what an electric truck can feel like. TELO prioritized sustainability, comfort, and functionality throughout every element in the truck’s cabin which includes:
- Sustainably Sourced Materials: The interior surfaces are crafted from biodegradable cork, a renewable, lightweight material that offers a luxurious feel while reducing environmental impact.
- Spacious Seating Configuration: Unlike other compact trucks, TELO’s innovative seat arrangement ensures rear passengers have the same legroom as a full-size five-seat crew cab pickup truck, offering an unmatched balance of space efficiency and comfort.
- Smart Storage Solutions: The “Monster Tunnel” is an innovative storage system that hides “under the bed” to allow for additional cargo space, perfect for adventure gear, tools, or daily essentials, without sacrificing passenger room.