Recent content by RevCaptJack

I love the white top and white wheels! No matter what the color, the white wheels would be a great choice. I wish they came standard.

I’ve had my smart for 18 years. It was one of the first in the country. I’ve loved it and still do in many ways. The premium gas was always a bummer, but it’s always a conversation piece, fun to drive and you can park it anywhere. When/if it’s done, the Slate would replace it.

I totally get it! I too signed up early, and if I needed a 3rd car I’d get it. But as much as I like the idea of the minimalist barebones vehicle (and electric) I really don’t need a 3rd car. We have a nice Lexus for road trips and I need my big old pickup for towing my boats. So, since the...

I really like the barebones minimalist approach to Slate. But the “customable” part is a little over done I think. To make it an SUV I’m sure would put it over $30K. And other “customization” seems mostly cosmetic. Not like putting on a high performance muffler or a new carburetor or new...

What you say makes sense. But for me, who now lives in Florida, I guess it won’t be an issue. 😊. Merry Christmas! 🎄

And add white wheels! 👍😊

I think the wheels painted white, especially on that truck, would look great.

Yep. Like I said, much of the time 4WD is not needed. But like you said, there are times when it is needed. My son lives in a place where without 4WD he might not make it out of the neighborhood.

. Being raised in Michigan in the 50s and 60s I don’t get the need for 4WD! I know it’s handy sometimes and maybe even necessary at times but we never had it and my current old pickup doesn’t have 4WD. Most of the time there’s really no need for it. As Click and Clack the Car Talk guys used...

I would love to see some of the Slate University content! Re charging, maintenance, adding options, etc. 👍

Back in the day (1960s-‘70s) O-60 in 10 seconds was pretty good! 0-60 in 8 seconds was pretty great! I don’t see any problem with the 0-60 time and even the top speed. Honestly, how often would anyone need anything faster? All looks good to me.

We have a 30 amp plug on our house for when my son comes to visit in his RV. I’m thinking I could use that for my Slate. Will have to do some more checking on that. This will be my first EV.

I plan on painting the wheels, the grill and the top white. Kinda like some of the new Broncos. Love that look. No other modifications.

Re the color of the wheels, I too haven’t been a fan of all black either. But I plan on painting my wheels white soon after I get it along with painting the grill white and maybe the top. Kinda like some of the new Broncos. I love that look.

I’m looking forward to seeing one in person. But I’ve called Slate a couple times about different things and the people I’ve talked to have been wonderful! I want to buy a Slate just to help support them!