Buying an Electric Truck? Here are the Fastest Models of 2023

Talk of electric vehicles typically centers around sleek high-performance cars from Tesla or Porsche. But electric motors can inject raw torque and neck-snapping acceleration into pickups as well. I‘m going to run through the quickest, most potent electric trucks hitting the market now for buyers who want sports car speed and cutting edge tech from their daily driver.

Now you may ask, why would I want a fast electric truck? It‘s true the excessive speed feels less necessary on a work site or off-road trail. But instant throttle response provides welcome versatility merging onto highways or dashing around town for errands. Savvy manufacturers realize torque-rich electric motors can elevate truck capabilities beyond engine-powered predecessors. With multiple motors and intelligent stability controls, these trucks handle corners like a WRC racer. Many sport luxury car levels of refinement inside as well.

Let‘s jump into the models delivering blistering performance while still hauling lumber or your RV with ease.

GMC Hummer EV: Quickest of them All

The reborn Hummer sheds its gas-guzzling reputation but keeps iconic capability rooted in torque. How much torque? Try 11,500 pound-feet and 1,000 horsepower from a triple motor setup.

That enables this 9,000 pound beast to rocket from 0-60 mph in just 3 seconds flat – matching the McLaren 720S supercar. The Hummer EV outpaces all rivals with its tri-motor AWD powertrain. Enormous torque flows through an advanced suspension system with adaptive air springs. This allows adjusting ride height over a 6 inch range while retaining sports car agility.

Taking cues from the Bolivarian military machine it‘s named for, the Hummer EV integrates innovations like:

• Rear wheel steering and 4-wheel crab walk enabling diagonal movement across tough terrain
• Continuous damper adjustments scanning the surface 500 times per second
• UltraVision with underbody cameras providing a ‘virtual spotter‘ system for navigating obstacles
• Large infotainment display and multiple digital screens to monitor power flow and traction conditions

It‘s the fastest, most capable electric truck available in 2023. Expect head-spinning acceleration in utter silence paired with handling unheard of in this class.

Rivian R1T: Startup Standout

The R1T pickup from electric vehicle startup Rivian captured attention when it debuted in 2018 thanks to robust capability mixed with upscale appointments. Now after early production hurdles, this stylish truck impresses owners and journalists with its blistering acceleration courtesy of an innovative quad motor design:

Four separate motors enable precise torque vectoring at each wheel for sharp handling at all speeds. Off-road, the truck can rock crawl over boulders or spin circles in place thanks to Rivian‘s Tank Turn feature. Over 400 miles of range and DC fast charging to add 140 miles in just 20 minutes keep you on the go as well.

Ergonomic controls couple with the 12.3 inch driver display to enable easy operation. Rivian trucks even feature an integrated Camp Kitchen with induction cooktop and 30+ liter cooler!

Rivian is still ramping up production but has delivered thousands of R1Ts already that prove this startup can deliver electric adventure in spades. The R1T redefines expectations for an electric truck, delivering supercar acceleration paired with go-anywhere attitude.

Tesla Cybertruck: Futuristic Lightning Rod

Love it or hate it, Tesla‘s angular Cybertruck turns heads thanks to distinctive styling housing claimed performance for the ages:

If Tesla meets their own hype, the Cybertruck will deliver Bugatti-like acceleration with superlative towing capacity once production begins. Tesla quotes over 800 hp for the triple motor variant and uniquely stresses the body structure made from thick cold-rolled stainless steel. An adaptive air suspension should keep the Cybertruck surefooted when navigating the battlefields of tomorrow hauling space age materials.

• Radar-based autonomous driving features standard
• Lockable storage bins built into sail panels
• Integrated onboard power system to drive power tools or an entire house during an outage
• Seating for 6 with driver positioned center stage

The Cybertruck promises to push the limits of electric truck capability into uncharted territory. Tesla aims to begin production in 2023.

Ford F-150 Lightning: Pushing the Workhorse

America‘s perennial best-selling pickup enters the electric era with ample power and smarthome integration:

Dual electric motors in the F-150 Lightning feed a standard 4WD system with sticky performance tires on 20-inch wheels. Expect 0-60 sprints in the mid 4-second range – not bad for a 6,000 lb workhorse. The extended range battery beats all competitors with 320 miles range, while high speed DC charging adds 54 miles in 10 minutes.

On board power outlets enable running high draw worksite tools or even powering a house during an outage. Sync 4A enables seamless smartphone integration including remote monitoring of charge status. Towing up to 10,000 pounds and hauling over 2,000 pounds ensures full work capability as well.

Ford ships Lightnings to customers currently with over 200,000 reservations awaiting trucks. It sets the benchmark for full-size electric pickups thanks to smart technology and Blue Oval dependability.

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