TELO Partners with Aria Group for EV Prototypes

TELO Trucks, recognized for creating the world’s most efficient EV mini-truck, has announced a strategic partnership with Aria Group. This collaboration will see Aria Group hand-build TELO’s first two fully functional prototypes. Aria Group is a prominent California-based manufacturer known for its excellence in concept vehicle development and rapid prototyping across various industries including automotive, aerospace, maritime, and entertainment.

Key Highlights

• Partnership with Aria Group: TELO Trucks collaborates with the renowned California-based manufacturer, Aria Group, known for its expertise in concept vehicle development and rapid prototyping.
• Milestone Achievement: This announcement aligns with TELO’s one-year anniversary, showcasing the company’s rapid progress.
• Strategic Funding: The recent $5.4 million funding round was led by Neo, with contributions from Spero Ventures and others. Marc Tarpenning, Tesla co-founder, joins TELO’s Board.
• Prototype Development: Aria Group will leverage its advanced manufacturing technology and innovative design to build TELO’s prototypes.
• Over 3,000 Pre-Orders: TELO Trucks has received substantial interest with over 3,000 pre-orders for its compact yet versatile electric truck.

This exciting announcement coincides with TELO’s one-year anniversary and follows a successful $5.4 million funding round led by Neo. Spero Ventures also participated in the investment, and Marc Tarpenning, co-founder of Tesla, has joined TELO’s Board, contributing his extensive experience in the electric vehicle industry.

Forrest North, Co-Founder and CTO of TELO Trucks, commented, “As an internationally recognized full-service product development and prototyping company, we knew immediately that Aria Group would bring to TELO’s build process the utmost care and attention to detail. Their work in the space is unparalleled.”

TELO represents a new wave of EV start-ups, focusing on creating the most size-efficient electric truck tailored for urban environments. As the design process nears its final stages, Aria Group is preparing to bring the TELO Truck to life, integrating rapid manufacturing technology with cutting-edge design and engineering.

Clive Hawkins, President and Founder of Aria Group, stated, “Our out-of-the-box approach is perfectly suited for TELO’s ultra-advanced automotive design and EV electrification engineering approach. We’re proud to be part of advancing clean-tech, paving the way for the future of transportation.”

Since its launch, TELO has garnered over 3,000 pre-orders nationwide. The TELO Truck merges the compact size of a MINI Cooper with the utility of a Toyota Tacoma. Featuring advanced driving and safety technologies, and a fast-charge, long-range 350-mile battery, TELO offers drivers a reimagined pickup experience.

For more information and to pre-order a TELO Truck, visit www.telotrucks.com.

About TELO Trucks

TELO designs compact electric trucks for urban living and weekend adventures. The signature TELO Truck, launched in 2023, features a standard bed capacity and crew cabin within a 152-inch vehicle. With over 3,000 pre-orders since its launch, TELO stands out in the EV market as a cost-effective and innovative company. Founded by Jason Marks, Forrest North, and Yves Béhar, with design input from fuseproject, TELO continues to push the boundaries of electric vehicle design. For more information, visit www.telotrucks.com.

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