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Batteries were also 2-3 times more expensive over most of the production run of the Bolt. Cost is not going to be an advantage for Slate. For what it is, its actually expensive. I also don't expect the best driving experience when it comes to NVH. Slate will need to work hard on selling the...

Ford started working on this new EV platform back in 2022, and a sub $25k pickup is one of the rumored vehicles. Ford's 'Skunkworks' EV Project Includes $25,000 Truck, Compact SUV

Sell direct on Amazon Autos with free 2-day delivery? 🤔😂

The Geo isn't a high feature vehicle either. My Accord Coupe could mechanically recline and move the power seat forward and push back to its original position.

I also noticed that to move the front seat to access the rear requires two actions. Recline forward with the side handle and pull forward with the underseat handle. Most two-door vehicles achieve this with a separate lever so the original seat position can be maintained.

There's also the Chevy Equinox which has 320 miles of range and starts at $33.5k before dealer discounts, excluding the $7500 rebate. Then there's also the new Chevy Bolt EUV coming later this year that will be under $30k with 250-300 miles of range. Would be a nice surprise if GM came out of...

This is the next exit 🤣

Scout production isn't planned until late 2027. They probably won't have anything driving around until early next year.

1993 Mazda Protege. 5 speed manual and wind up windows. Photo taken 20 years ago in the Bahamas

The Finalists

https://www.slate.auto/en/slatemakeoffdream

My submission. Going for a rallye racer look. https://www.slate.auto/share/XV1AIH Did everyone get a response from Slate?

EPA EV range testing includes testing in 95*F and 20*F.

Any range estimate is going to be their EPA range goal. So yes, with the smaller battery expect under 100 miles in normal use. Also consider cold weather, and battery degradation over time if you plan to keep the truck for a while.

150k is a bold forecast. For comparison, the Ford Maverick which is generally seen as a success only sold 131k in the US last year. There's only so much market share for a smaller truck, EV or ICE. Telo, GMs Colorado & Canyon EVs and Scout will also be hitting the market at the same time.