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Obviously Slate won't have ADAS on day 1 put perhaps in the 2nd or 3rd model year they might add that enhancement. That is a prerequisite for a Comma AI overlay system to work. I have been using Auto Pilot and FSD for almost 8 years now and that would be the biggest compromise for me in...

The small mirrors look out of place. Like they belong on a coupe or sedan, not a pick-up.

It reminds me of a 1st generation Bronco half-cab.

None of these choices. I’d much rather keep driving my 8 year old Model 3 than have any of those ICE vehicles. I like the Slate and Telo. I might consider the $30k Ford EV pick-up depending on how length efficient it is. If these small EV pick-ups don’t pan out then I would likely get a Floe...

To me, with the white top and white grill, it makes me think 1st Gen Bronco Half-Cab.

My guess is that they attach to the track on top of the bed rail. Since one rack piece attaches on both sides it will be much more stable than attaching a stake side to that same track. Perhaps they need to put some lateral pieces to connect the left side to the right side for stability.

When I knocked on the wheels when Slate was on display in DC, I concluded there were no wheel covers or hub caps, what you are seeing was the actual wheel.

One compromise could be taking the doors off and removing the rear window assembly. Personally, I won’t be removing the doors but could see removing the rear window assembly for more of an open air experience in warmer weather.

I've never had my 2018 Model 3, which I've owned since new, automatically load a s/w update without my consent. It just sends you an alert that one is available and then it is up to me to decide if/when I want to install. I have always scheduled them to install reasonably timely though if I'm...

Definitely like the stake sides. I’d be interested in seeing how they attach since the truck doesn’t have stake pockets.

I would think a dual motor EV would operate more like 4WD and not like AWD on an ICE vehicle. Typically on an AWD ICE vehicle there is a differential between the front and rear axles to allow different rotational speeds of the axles without putting the drivetrain in a bind on dry pavement. On...

They have hinted that 4WD will be coming down the road. For initial production it will be RWD.

It would be nice to see the entire video. I am confused. What is 'Amazon for Automotives'?

That has been my experience at the last few auto shows that I went to. I think a lot of them are organized by dealer associations. The one in Atlanta is organized by the Atlanta Automobile Dealers Association so manufacturers without a dealership network aren't represented.

I’ve heard good things about the Hyundai/Kia EVs. If you do go the used route, I’d encourage you to check out Recurrent Auto. It is like a Car Fax app for EV batteries. If a prospect vehicle is registered to the site you can see how battery SOH compares to others in that population. I’ve...