Ford’s next effort to engage the US with electric trucks is just around the corner, with prototypes now available for real-world testing.
Ford’s upcoming $30,000 electric truck was spotted testing in Dearborn, Michigan wearing heavy camouflage, including production-intent lighting, body and interior, giving us a good look at the pint-sized truck.
To date, it has been made clear by Ford that this new electric truck, which has no relation to the now-discontinued full-size F-150 Lightning, will be about the size of a Toyota RAV4, with a shorter bed for the ride. If it sounds like a Ford Maverick, you’re not wrong. These photos of the prototype not only confirm all this, but also provide perspective. The small electric truck was seen alongside a Ford Expedition for visual scale.
We can also confirm that this particular prototype is rolling on 19-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin E Primacy tyres, sized at 245/55R19. However, it is unclear whether this is the standard wheel and tire package or some kind of upgrade and or option.
The truck has a less cab forward design than we expected and cuts a more conventional shape. However, note how much the windshield has taken a backseat to aerodynamics in the name of efficiency. The blunt front end on this prototype has a camera, and the bottom has active shutters for efficiency.
The original door handles can be seen (thanks, Ford) as well as a spoiler on the rear of the cab. The rear mirror is difficult to identify due to camouflage.
What can be seen is a large touchscreen hanging from the dashboard inside the cab. The clad dashboard and angle do not allow us to see if there is a digital gauge cluster or if it will be a Tesla-like situation with a single screen inside the cabin. The thick A-pillars are clearly visible and they may hinder the visibility of pedestrians, but we will reserve the final judgment for now.
We’ll continue to update this story as development of a $30,000 electric truck continues at Ford.
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