Which is why I agreed with you!
Oh, but a Nissan Leaf would be usable. As long as you are hooking it up to an electrical outlet - preferably a 240VAC EVSE - at each end of each journey, and program the car correctly. The batteries will be kept toasty warm. Note that usable and practical aren’t 100% synonymous 
What kind of truck did your dad have? A converted S-10, or a purpose-made truck? I’ve always wanted an electric pickup truck, I’m totally jealous.
