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Slate Auto unveiled a minimalist electric pickup priced around $25,000 (before destination charges) with manual windows and a single color, selling directly to customers to prove affordability can coexist with EVs, but it faces a tough path to scale to its ambitious 150,000 annual sales amid competition from Rivian and Lucid.
Slate announced pricing for its ultra-minimal electric pickup: a base two-seat truck starts at $24,950 (before taxes and fees) and a two-door SUV variant starts at $29,950, calling it the “most affordable truck in America.” Deliveries are set for late 2026. The vehicle pares back tech—manual windows, no touchscreen or stereo—but offers more than 200 accessories for customization. Specs are modest: about 205 miles of range, a 1,550-pound payload, and up to 2,000 pounds of towing. Backed by Jeff Bezos and other investors, Slate is entering a crowded low-cost EV market where reservations may not equal actual orders.
The 2027 Silverado 1500 debuts with a refreshed design and a broader powertrain lineup, including two new V8s (5.7L and 6.6L), a 2.7L turbo, and a Duramax 3.0L diesel; interior tech gets a major upgrade with an 11.5-inch passenger screen on higher trims, plus a 12.2-inch gauge cluster and a 16.3-inch center display on the base Work Truck. It will be offered in seven trims and built in Flint, Michigan and Tonawanda, New York, with pricing and on-sale timing to be announced; Super Cruise Level 2 is highlighted for towing.
Ford unveils a Carhartt-branded visual package for the 2027 Super Duty XLT Crew Cab SRW, featuring a unique grille, Carhartt logos and interior stitching, a branded sprayed bedliner and floor mats, 20-inch manhole-inspired wheels, six color options, and availability with Premium and FX4 packages; pricing isn’t released yet and orders start May 8.
Kia plans to introduce a U.S.-specific midsize pickup with hybrid variants by 2030 as part of a broad growth push, aiming to reach about 1.02 million U.S. sales and 6.2% market share by 2030, with at least one hybrid variant possibly built in the U.S.; the company targets around 90,000 pickups per year in North America and 7% of the midsize pickup segment by 2034, while continuing its global electrified-vehicle push.
A pickup truck jumped the curb and crashed through the outdoor patio awning at Bubba's 33 in Escambia County around 10:25 a.m., near the N Davis Highway and Creighton Road intersection. Escambia County Fire and EMS responded, and no injuries were reported.
The 2027 Ram TRX returns with a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine producing 777 horsepower, featuring advanced off-road capabilities, a luxurious interior, and a starting price of $102,290, with sales expected in late 2026.
The 2026 Ram 1500 reintroduces the Hemi V8 engine, offering a louder, less efficient, and more expensive option compared to the turbo-six, with a focus on sound and traditional V8 appeal rather than performance gains.
Toyota has launched the ninth-generation Hilux as an electric vehicle in Thailand, featuring a dual-motor setup, a 59.2 kWh battery with a range of about 150 miles, and options for hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell variants, with sales starting in Europe in December.
Toyota is launching the ninth-generation Hilux in 2026, featuring a fully electric version alongside traditional diesel and gasoline options, with significant design and tech updates, including a new interior, modern styling, and advanced safety features, primarily for the European market.
Ford plans to release a 300-horsepower Maverick street truck upgrade called the 300T package in 2026, featuring a larger turbo, intercooler, and performance enhancements, with options for customization and a warranty, targeting enthusiasts seeking more power from their Maverick.
A 1971 Chevy C20 long bed pickup is listed for $14,500, featuring a patinaed exterior, a rebuilt interior, a 350 V8 engine, and recent upgrades, making it a potentially appealing classic truck for collectors or enthusiasts, though its price may be considered high given its condition and features.
Hyundai announced its most ambitious growth plan, focusing on expanding its lineup with new EVs, hybrids, a midsize pickup, and luxury vehicles, aiming to sell 5.55 million vehicles globally by 2030, with significant investments in US manufacturing and new models tailored for key markets.
Ford announced a new affordable $30,000 midsize electric pickup set to launch in 2027, which will replace the gas-powered Escape and Lincoln Corsair SUVs at its Louisville plant, signaling a shift towards lower-cost EVs and the end of these popular models.
Ford announced plans to retool its Kentucky plant to produce a $30,000 electric midsize pickup truck within 18 months, aiming to offer a competitively priced EV option amid industry headwinds and Chinese competition, with a focus on affordability and innovation, despite past challenges in profitable EV production.