100K+ Reservations for Slate Truck already! (as of May 12, 2025)

[GreatLakes]

There lies the problem. It WILL last 8-10 years but probably not much more for the average driver. Mine mathematically should last me 38+ years because I will probably only charge it, the large battery, once a week if that because I only use my truck about 4k miles per year. But for the average driver, that's not the case.

I would suggest giving them some time, let them finalize the specs, costs, warranty, etc.
(Many EVs have an 8 year warranty on the battery - isn't that a California regulation?) Their FAQ says 10 to 20 years lifetime.

Not sure why you would pay for the big battery? 4K miles a year is about 77 miles/week. Unless you do a long trip every month? With the DC Fast charging, what's the big deal with stopping a few times to recharge? Or take back roads and maybe get 300 miles on the small battery at 40MPH?

Leafs seem to be the ideal of upgrading batteries. I think you can take the original release Leaf (75 mile range) and upgrade at least to 150 miles range (maybe 225?). This weeks GM Ultium press release says they expect $75 per kWh next year. And 20% more range in the same size pack.

Hopefully Slate will get into battery upgrades. As a DIY company it should be right up their alley.
So what if there is a 105kWh extended pack available in 3 years, for less than the current one costs?

And how degraded do you think these 10 year old Slate packs will be? If they still hold a 20 or 30kW charge, perfect for moving into a home's solar setup.

 

[Just some guy]

I'm hoping they offer diy 2nd motor and battery expansion options maybe a range extender also interests me

 

[JeffVA]

Not sure why you would pay for the big battery? 4K miles a year is about 77 miles/week. Unless you do a long trip every month? With the DC Fast charging, what's the big deal with stopping a few times to recharge? Or take back roads and maybe get 300 miles on the small battery at 40MPH?

Manly because of charging cycles and residual value. MNC's are rated for about 2000 charges ( Bigger battery, fewer charges). I'll keep it for about 15 years and want to be able to sell it for "Something" rather than having to pay a possible fee for disposing of it. Fast charging also kills MNC batteries faster and will be a last resort.

I really want this truck but if another manufacturer builds a small 2 door truck I'm out. I would stick with Slate even for an extra $7,500 if they put a different battery in it. In this day in age, MNC's are stone age