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  1. Dear Slate - you need to show these things before I'll buy

    I love this list, but think it needs at least one more item: 8. Slate-backed auto insurance. Otherwise, the cost of ownership could tip in favor of the other established auto brands as they scramble to enter the small pickup market. And low cost of ownership is key to Slate's reservation...

  2. Article: Slate can still undercut Ford's $30,000 EV pickup. Here's how

    IMO the wild card is how long it will take Slate to become profitable vs. the competition. Two data points (AI quality): Tesla achieved its first profitable quarter in 2013, a decade after its founding. Ford is currently losing money on each F-150 Lightning it sells. Just because Slate may...

  3. Will you be installing a Level 2 charger?

    I chatted with Slate recently and asked about the on-board level 2 charging current draw; was told that they are still testing, but expect it to be about 30A at 240V. Granted, not as fast as you mention, but likely okay for me.

  4. Will you be installing a Level 2 charger?

    Note that the Slate Truck comes with the cord and capability to use a 120V wall outlet for Level 1 charging or a 240V outlet for Level 2 charging (see link): Slate Charging So it seems that installing a 240V charging outlet if you don't already have one is all that you would need. I'm...
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