POLL: Would you consider buying Tesla’s electric pickup?

Nov 15, 2013

Updated Nov 18, 2013

More and more truck owners are placing fuel economy at the top of their list of priorities when deciding on a new pickup. It’s why Ford created its engine EcoBoost engine technology, it’s why diesel half-tons from Nissan and Ram and rumored medium duty trucks from GM have become a hot topic and it’s why those with fleets are exploring the opportunities CNG and LNG-powered pickups provide.

So, with the announcement this week that Tesla would release an electric half-ton modeled after the F-150 in the next five years, we wondered: Would any of you consider buying one? Answer in the poll below. And voice your opinion in the comments.

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