[EFX4]

They have a page up for the Cybertruck that just says "T Sportline will be developing Tesla Cybertruck Aftermarket Wheels, Accessories and Upgrades. Custom Services will be offered from Interior Upgrades to Window Tinting."

I guess we should expect them to take a similar approach with the Lightning initially.

 

[EFX4]

Here's a couple more from DriveShop.
http://instagr.am/p/CcleFcOPyIY/

 

[Vandy1981]

Someone needs to make a frunk camp kitchen, STAT.

 

[fyrdude]

Someone needs to make a frunk camp kitchen, STAT.

Buy a portable barbecue, throw it in the frunk and there you have it. Probably cost you about $100! LOL

 

[Vandy1981]

You're 100% right, but a camp kitchen with a fridge, sink and induction hot plate would be a nice marketing counterpoint to the Rivian.

It's silly, but people also get excited about the built in air compressor on the Rivian even though it has the same functionality as a $100 DeWalt portable tire inflation kit....

 

[fyrdude]

You're 100% right, but a camp kitchen with a fridge, sink and induction hot plate would be a nice marketing counterpoint to the Rivian.

It's silly, but people also get excited about the built in air compressor on the Rivian even though it has the same functionality as a $100 DeWalt portable tire inflation kit....

I was just being funny. But I hear you. Although, the air compressor is a nice feature that could come in handy at any moment with a flat or some other unexpected scenario. So I do like the idea of that being built in. Plus, already have to have one for air suspension anyway. The camp kitchen is also a cool feature. One designed for the Ford could be better with the space available in the frunk. But, for most, will only be used on specific camping type trips, thus is a lot of weight to carry around when not in use, which is probably close to 99% of the time for a large majority. I'm sure somebody will make something, but if they try to charge what Rivian does, will be a tough sell. Was $5,000. I think it's now $6,500. If you camp and cook A LOT, then could be appealing. I don't think the camp kitchen in the Rivian has a refrigerator. That would be a nice feature for the Ford.

 

[Super Duty]

You're 100% right, but a camp kitchen with a fridge, sink and induction hot plate would be a nice marketing counterpoint to the Rivian.

It's silly, but people also get excited about the built in air compressor on the Rivian even though it has the same functionality as a $100 DeWalt portable tire inflation kit....

It would be cool to see someone get creative with a frunk camp kitchen. But also the frunk works so good as a giant cooler

 

[GDN]

Trucks that have an air compressor have that for their air ride suspension. You wouldn't typically find it added just for the heck of having on board air.

 

[Vandy1981]

Trucks that have an air compressor have that for their air ride suspension. You wouldn't typically find it added just for the heck of having on board air.

Tell that to the Pontiac Aztek.

 

[GDN]

Tell that to the Pontiac Aztek.

All we have to do is ask - Just what did happen to the Aztek ? lol

 

[knicehit]

Sadly adjustable air suspension is a Rivian item that I am jealous of.

 

[fyrdude]

Sadly adjustable air suspension is a Rivian item that I am jealous of.

Me too. One of the reasons I'm still on the fence of which one I truly want. Both different trucks for different purposes that they're hard to really compare to each other. The air compressor and air suspension are two features near the top of the list of appealing features. Ford was pretty adamant about the Lighting being just an electrified version of a true F-150. Other than some tech and aero changes, it's pretty much the same as an F-150. All the other EV trucks are getting air suspension, but for Ford, probably was too much of a departure from the ICE version. My guess however, is that the all new EV Truck Ford is set to release in 2-3 years, will be designed from the ground up as an EV, so we'll almost certainly see it on that one.

In the meantime, in keeping with this theme of this thread, will be a good opportunity for aftermarket companies to come up with an air suspension and even an air compressor. I had an Expedition some 20 years ago that I converted to the Lincoln Navigator suspension and loved it. Was fully adjustable too.

 

[Vandy1981]

Me too. One of the reasons I'm still on the fence of which one I truly want. Both different trucks for different purposes that they're hard to really compare to each other. The air compressor and air suspension are two features near the top of the list of appealing features.

I think air suspensions are overrated. Our Ram 1500 has an adjustable air suspension and we hardly use it other than the automatic load leveling. It did have a less harsh ride than the other half-ton trucks we cross-shopped, but I think the rear independent suspension on the Lightning may give it a ride and handling advantage. I use the air suspension in our I-Pace more often, but I don't think I'd miss it.

I am jealous of the trick adaptive damper system in the Rivian, though. Hopefully Ford ports over their adaptive damping system to the Lightning in subsequent years.

 

[fyrdude]

I'm sure the Lighting will have better ride quality over the ICE version due to the independent rear suspension, so that's a plus. The Rivian and Hummer have both gotten rave reviews about how good their rides are. Naturally, the other advantage to air suspension in a truck is being able to raise it for off-roading and for EV purposes, being able to lower it at highway speeds for better aero. I do think its a feature that the others simply have it beat on. But, hopefully, it does ride better than a truck!

The Ford has more leg room, a much better frunk, much better interior storage space. For a large number of owners that need a work truck, it blows away the competition in that department. For me personally though, probably its biggest selling point is the 9.6 power output and the ability to power your home for three days. For anyone considering a battery backup at their home, you simply can't beat using the truck. Equal kWh output would cost a fortune in home backup batteries. With the Ford, you get the same power for far less $$ and you get a truck to go with it! Great for camping. No more need for a generator in an RV trailer.

I love a lot of the features each one of the three truck options offer. Problem, all three, while EV trucks, are still so very different and great for different reasons. If they ever do a Raptor version of the Lighting, add in air suspension and an air compressor with around 400 miles in range with all the capabilities the current Lighting has, it would be really tough to even consider any of the other options available! For now, those primarily seeking off-road adventures, will likely choose one of the other two options.

 

[RDale]

All we have to do is ask - Just what did happen to the Aztek ? lol

It had a successful acting career on Breaking Bad