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technology17 days ago•8 min saved

Slate Bets on a $25K EV Truck for Budget Buyers and DIY Fixers

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.

via WIRED|

#affordable-ev #diy-repair #electric-vehicle

automotive18 days ago•15 min saved

Slate EV Truck Could Win Over Buyers With Low-Cost Cab and Roof Upgrades

The article discusses the Slate EV pickup and proposes two low-cost value-added ideas to justify a $25,000 price: a King Cab-style extended cabin (the Caboom) that lengthens the interior space, and a removable/fold-down roof to create a convertible/truck with flow-through ventilation. These ideas aim to boost practicality and excitement without a big price bump, helping Slate compete with upcoming rivals like Ford’s EV Maverick and other new or used options, while emphasizing the need for strong “cool” factor to win over buyers beyond just price.

via The Autopian|

#automotive #convertible-top #ev-pickup

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Ford targets a $30K midsize EV pickup with a 2027 launch

Ford plans a four‑door midsize EV pickup priced around $30,000, launching in 2027 on its new Universal Electric Vehicle platform. Prototypes are built and already out in the wild, with public street testing in Michigan expected in the coming weeks. The truck uses megacasting to cut parts and prismatic LFP batteries to reduce costs and increase interior space, and Ford says it will offer more room than a Toyota RAV4 and lower ownership costs than a Tesla Model Y, with production at the Louisville Assembly Plant.

via Electrek|

#30k-price #ev-pickup #ford

transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

"Fisker's Trailblazing Alaska EV Pickup: Specs, Price, and Production Plans Revealed"

Fisker has revealed more details about its Alaska electric pickup, including battery sizes, acceleration, and projected range. The truck will come with either a 75 kWh or 113 kWh battery pack, offering a range of 230 or 340 miles, respectively. It features unique amenities such as a cupholder for large drinks, a cowboy hat holder, and an expandable bed. The Alaska is set to go into production in early 2025.

via Engadget|

#alaska #battery-sizes #ev-pickup

business3 years ago•3 min saved

Lordstown's CEO Left Stranded After Failed Foxconn Meetings

Lordstown Motors' CEO, Ed Hightower, flew to Taiwan to meet with Foxtron, a company affiliated with Foxconn, for talks on developing a new electric vehicle. However, Hightower was stood up by the Foxtron boss, who refused to meet and provide the necessary engineering drawings and licensing agreements. After almost two weeks, Hightower gave up and flew back home, highlighting the breakdown in the partnership between Lordstown Motors and Foxconn.

via Jalopnik|

#business #ceo #ev-pickup