Slate Bets on a $25K EV Truck for Budget Buyers and DIY Fixers
TL;DR
Slate unveils a $24,950 (plus options) all‑electric pickup aimed at DIY buyers, with a 65‑kWh LFP pack, ~205 miles of range, 2,000‑lb tow, 1,550‑lb payload, 8s 0–60, 90 mph, and 120 kW DC fast charging; the no‑frills build omits a touchscreen and uses manual windows, while offering a broad accessories ecosystem, Slate U repair guidance, and a $400M Indiana factory plan, backed by large reservations that could signal strong demand even as EPA range ratings are pending.
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- Jeff Bezos-backed Slate reveals $24,950 starting price for EV pickup, making it the cheapest truck in America Yahoo Finance
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