Brace yourselves, the tiny trucks are coming. Do you remember when everyone freaked out about the compact Slate truck a few weeks ago? Well, there’s a new Toyota truck on the way that could be exciting for a similar reason. 

Toyota’s mini truck could have something in common with Slate 

In case you missed what Jeff Bezos is doing with Slate Auto, here’s a quick summary. The Slate EV is a compact truck that’s extremely customizable. It allows you to design a two-door truck that meets your needs. 

If you don’t want to pay for extra bells and whistles, then you don’t have to. Best of all, it could start under $30,000. Potential buyers probably wish the $7,500 federal EV tax credit didn’t end. 

Toyota has been teasing us with a tiny truck for a long time now. However, the one that feels similar to Slate probably won’t be coming to America. 

Instead, there’s a new Toyota mini truck that will be totally customizable. According to the Japan Mobility Show, it might not even be fully assembled. The module truck can be completed by hand with simple tools. 

This option is called the IMV Origin and is even more basic than the IMV 0, which starts at $10,000. Instead of being marketed as a work truck, it’s for rural areas and remote locations. 

Also, it serves as a blank slate or a canvas for drivers to design. It can be built to haul cargo, people, and unique utilities. The IMV 0 truck is transformed into various rides such as work trucks, street trucks, and even minivans. 

It proves that the IMV Origin has the potential to turn into various options. Best of all, it won’t cost an arm or a leg.