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    Q&A with CEO Chris Barman (Dec 16, 2025). Slateforums gets a shout out 🙌

    Almost missed the lead post's mention of AI, so I'm going to wait to comment until I watch the whole thing.
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    Carpet in the Cab, Why??

    I had been laughing at one of the dismissive articles for criticizing the Slate Prototypes as "not even having carpet floors!", so I'm disappointed to hear it as well. Who ever wanted carpet floors in a car? I don't get it. Is it for quietness? I don't think you have to worry about "needing...
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    Desired Future Slate Models

    For predictions, I'm pretty uncertain for a lot of reasons. Thankfully, this is a thread about what I would want, and that's much easier. The Slate Truck is not especially aerodynamic and its drag coefficient is multiplied by a large frontal area. Drag is undoubtedly a limiting factor for...
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    EVs are more reliable than ICEVs..... GO!

    At the least, I don't think automakers have been "forced" to do many things. Making more responsible choices that result in an engine with less competitive power/economy, a less profitable car, etc. is an option for them, just like it would've been to include a decent battery. Making less money...
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    EVs are more reliable than ICEVs..... GO!

    Ironically, the biggest source of problems on my ICEV was the tiny cheap battery it came with. Caused me problems for far too long before I actually replaced the thing. I consider it inevitable that the ICE powertrain will cause problems/expenses as it ages, and I definitely believe BEVs are...
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    Introductions & Welcome Thread 👋

    Hello! My current car is an ex-rental 2017 Hyundai Veloster. I've used it for commuting and some road trips up and down the west coast to visit family. I like that car a lot. I've long been excited for electric cars, particularly fun and economical/affordable ones. I remember getting excited...
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