Thoughts on a plug-in hybrid conversion
Hello! I am the founder of a Seattle-based startup. We are developing a family of universal retrofit kits that convert existing vehicles into plug-in hybrids. Our first product will be for pickup tru...
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I suggest doing more research on how payloads work out when towing. No half ton will have 1700 left when towing an 8000lb trailer. There are half tons with upwards of 2000lb payload but they are very rare. Even those can struggle with the 1200lb hitch weight, say 600lb for a small family and misc stuff in the truck bed maxing the truck out.
You haven't dealt with warranties have you. If they say you voided the warranty, you are going to have to prove they are wrong and likely take them to court.
Folks priced out of the new market are unlikely to buy a $10-20k truck and add a $10k system.
Without additional towing capabilities, I don't see rvers as your target market. Sounds like non towing owners would be a better target but as said, it is likely a short term market as the new trucks filter into the used market.
PS: I think a plug in hybrid pickup is a great idea. The problem I see is an aftermarket system comes with too many compromises.
You haven't dealt with warranties have you. If they say you voided the warranty, you are going to have to prove they are wrong and likely take them to court.
Folks priced out of the new market are unlikely to buy a $10-20k truck and add a $10k system.
Without additional towing capabilities, I don't see rvers as your target market. Sounds like non towing owners would be a better target but as said, it is likely a short term market as the new trucks filter into the used market.
PS: I think a plug in hybrid pickup is a great idea. The problem I see is an aftermarket system comes with too many compromises.
