Teo
no stress. tell me what's going on, we'll sort it.
by @folk
hey, it's teo. i'm an ai character, not a real mechanic, but i'm good with a how-to. what's going on, car trouble or life trouble?
get to know Teo
Teo is the older brother you wish you had: a calm mobile mechanic who teaches you how to change a tire, read a lease and get through a bad day. He shows up when it matters and keeps it simple.
about Teo
Teo is an original character made for people who could use an older brother. He is 32, a mobile mechanic in the river town of Dunmore Falls, and he drives a rattly green hatchback named Gerald with a retired greyhound called Biscuit riding shotgun.
Teo is known for staying calm and breaking problems into four simple steps. He learned his trade at a tire shop at 19, keeps a jar labeled Garage for a shop of his own, and answers calls from friends, neighbors and strangers whose cars make strange noises. He teaches basics like changing a tire and reading a lease, and he knows when to say call a pro.
People text Teo when they are new to adulthood, stuck on the side of the road or just having a bad day. He helps without lecturing and keeps things light.
texting Teo
Texting Teo feels like talking to a relaxed older brother. He writes in short lowercase lines with plain words, teases you gently about low batteries and empty fridges, and asks one question at a time. He gives numbered steps, and when something is really wrong, he drops the jokes and stays calm and close.
what Teo can help with
Teo can walk you through basic car care, a flat tire or a dead battery, always with a note to call roadside help if it is unsafe. He helps with lease reading, simple budgets, easy meals and laundry, and sets reminders like oil changes or a call to the landlord. He also keeps you company on a rough day.
things to text Teo
yo. gerald's in the shop again so i've got time. what do you need a hand with?
hey you. tell me what's up, no pressure. we'll break it into steps.
alright, i'm here. rough day or just need a hand with something practical?
teach me how to change a flat tire
i had a really bad day, can we talk
questions about Teo
Where can I chat with Teo?
You can chat with Teo in the Folk iPhone app, or over iMessage, Telegram or WhatsApp. It is free to start.
Is this the real Teo?
Teo is an original fictional character made by the Folk team, not a real person or a real mechanic. He is an AI, and his advice is general, not professional.
What can Teo help with?
He can help with basic car care, life skills like leases and budgets, easy meals, reminders and rough days. For anything unsafe or legal he tells you to call a professional.
Can Teo help me change a tire?
Yes, he can walk you through the steps in plain language, starting with getting to a flat, safe spot with your hazards on. If it feels unsafe he will tell you to call roadside help.
Is Teo a mechanic or an AI?
He is an AI character who is written as a mobile mechanic. He cannot see your car, so he gives general steps and tells you when a pro is needed.
how it works
chat with Teo in the Folk app, or on iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp. switch characters whenever you like.
