Theeve Trucks – Todd Webster Interview

Hi Todd, tell me what’s Theeve all about? We’ve seen a few Australian truck companies come and go over the years. What’s different about Theeve? What’s your role at Theeve?

Theeve came about from a family connection with Chris Northwood our managing director. He had great connections in the Titanium industry, so from there he inquired about making trucks, if it was really possible using Ti. Theeve would have to be the first ever truck company ever to use real aerospace Titanium. I’m kind of like the jack of all trades here, I take care of marketing, product development and some creative directing.

How did the name Theeve come about? Does it mean anything?

The Theeve name pretty much came about from looking at what we were doing and thinking we’re stealing a technology from another industry and bringing it to skateboarding, plus if we need team riders etc. we’ll have to steal them from other companies. The off spelling came about to give us a little edge on internet search engines.

What goes into starting a truck company? Was it difficult to design the truck you wanted and then get it manufactured to the quality you were happy with?

It wasn’t hard to find someone to make trucks at the quality the industry expects. The hard thing was designing a truck that turns and performs like a truck should. I came from 20 years riding Indys so turning was important to me as well as making a truck that looks normal.

Aren’t most trucks are made from aluminum, why titanium?

Most trucks are alloy, so are Theeve’s first two models. We add a little extra Titanium in the alloy to make it a little lighter and stronger. One even has a Titanium axle so you don’t get axle bend and save a little on weight. Our 3rd model which is due mid next year is the world’s first one piece forged all Titanium hanger. It has no axle, twice as strong as a regular alloy truck and lighter that the Tensor Magnesium. It has tested really well and will be the thing that really turns the truck world on it’s head.

Who’s on the team? Where can readers send there sponsor-me links?

Everyone will have to wait for the team. All I will say is that we have some big international names coming on board. Should suprise a few people.

Wil Theeve be available worldwide or just in Australia?

Theeve will be available in Australia and the USA in November and about 10 other countries by January 2010.

Whan can we see Theeve in skate shops and how much will they be?

Theeve should be in shops in Australia early November.
Price points are-
Base model CSX, Ti alloy blend, steel axle with Bones bushings $49.95 each.
TiAx model, Ti alloy blend, Titanium axle with Bones bushings $59.95 each.
Titanium hanger model out next year, price to be confirmed.

Is there anthing else you would like to mention about Theeve trucks?

Just stay tuned, website will be up 31 October with team details and all truck specs. If you like the turn of an Indy but hate the weight try Theeve.