Slate’s Budget EV Truck Bets on Simplicity to Slash Price

Slate Auto unveils the “Blank Slate” entry-level electric pickup starting just under $25,000, trading modern comforts for roll-down windows, no built‑in stereo, and a minimalist steel chassis. The company aims to undercut gas-powered rivals by offering a highly customizable, à la carte design sold directly to consumers, with options that can push the price into the mid-to-high $30k range. While the retro approach signals affordability, whether price-conscious buyers will embrace a basic, “flip-phone on wheels” EV remains uncertain, though Slate’s model could appeal to shoppers exhausted by rising vehicle costs and complex feature bundles.