Recent content by solate

One saving grace is that Slate is first to market. If you need fleet trucks in 2027, I'd bet more on Slate's release timeline than Ford's. Maybe they can leverage their Bezos' investment and sell some custom builds to the Amazon delivery fleet. I imagine a squareback with no rear seats and...

The things I see that are better on the Slate: Lower price. Ford lists a price now, but with so much global and federal turmoil, they could blame a lot for price increases in the next year+ Looks. The Slate looks cool. Every Ford truck could be badge swapped to another brand and any non-truck...

I agree with the above: good for ev adoption in the country, but bad for Slate. This press release does not have much detail except the price, name, screen specs, V2L, and the assist subscription. All the unwrapped photos we are seeing are just AI generations. It definitely feels targeted at...

Ok, poll added. Fair points all around: Driving a reasonably priced, mass market vehicle on its own probably won't be entertaining. Warranty and Lemon Law Buybacks provide ample protection for new vehicles. I would be very surprised if they had any test drives before launch. Maybe a road tour...

I'm a January 2027 delivery, and I'm wavering between excitement and hesitancy. I do minor garage fabrication and 3D printing, and the Slate offers many unique customization opportunities. At the same time, I always thought my next car would have blind spot detection, and no radio is a big...

I've been following things pretty closely, but I don't know what foxtrot november means. FN? Edit: ah, I clicked through: "Everyone said the same thing: Freakin Nuts"

I like how the hood cuts off the top of the headlights for a slightly more intimidating look, like a lowered brow on face that's focused or thinking. I did wonder what it would look like if the headlights were full circles. Here's a 30 second mock up. Looks more spider-like, but I like the...