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I went back and reread the post on the DIN compatibility. It reads: “Designed to be able to take a Double Din Stereo Head Unit / Radio.” Judging from the size of the cavity in the dash, this looks feasible. With a “DIY enclosure” mounting the head unit is possible. I suspect that 3D printed...

Slate Truck FAQ: answering all your questions about the barebones electric pickup Wondering about data privacy, preconditioning, or even 3D-printing? We’ve got answers. by Tim Stevens May 31, 2025 at 8:00 Alright, we get it. Y’all are excited about Slate. We thought the little Slate Truck was...

Show me a vehicle that excels in every category. It simply doesn’t exist. There will always be trade offs in design, efficiency, performance, cost, etc. The Slate is marketed as a simple, affordable, and customizable platform. If they meet these targets with a quality build and it proves to...

Another advantage over being smaller is that NMC batteries weigh less (~ 20%) all other things being equal. I think this factored into the decision on a smallish truck.

zipn: the time to charge to 80% or 100% is absolute BS. The charge time to full is based on the SIZE of the battery! Agreed; except that the BMS purposefully slows down the charge rate on any battery as you approach a full charge. From my experience when I first plug in my Tesla , the rate is...

lol, that panel looks like it was damaged (cracked) during handling by the tow operator!

Great news, although this story is fairly typical. Whenever a large company seeks to expand its operations it reaches out to the local IDA (Industrial Development Agency) for tax incentives. The full disclosure of details was not available, and the incentive package is likely to get some...

Preproduction vehicles take a lot of abuse from curious hands-on people and also their designated drivers. The interior, dash, and phone mount is already starting to look a bit worn. Some lucky bystanders actually got to sit inside. You can also be sure that all those caps under the hood...

My guess for the caps is: windshield washer fluid brake fluid coolant (for the batteries and possibly the electric motor) The panel to the left appears to be a 12V power port and frunk lamp.

This time near the factory in Warsaw Indiana! Never know where the next spy shot is coming from!

Wondering if the Slate will offer the "auto brake hold" feature and if it's user selectable.

You are correct on both points, although I don't think you need to worry about seizing calipers. Your brake pads should easily last 80,000+ miles with regen braking. You will undoubtedly need to use your brakes in routine driving as regen will not always stop within your desired distance, or...

Well said. At their design center, one of reviewers remarked the noise in the background was from all the 3D printers running nonstop. While the parts off the printer look great (high resolution) and can be painted, they cannot withstand the harsh environment typically posed by vehicles. I’m...

Great idea. Apparently, someone at Scout Motors is listening: From the Scoutevforum.com: "Scout plans to open Scout Experience Centers, and the first one will open at the company’s plant in Blythewood, S.C. It is being created as the front door of the plant, as well as a place for customers...

Trying to understand why Slate hasn't yet revealed their new vehicle warranty plans, given that deliveries are targeted late 2026. In contrast, the Scout, with deliveries later in 2027 has already announced their warranty: Four-year, 48,000-mile comprehensive warranty Seven-year, 100,000-mile...

Judging from the simulator tool, that glass panel for the fastback kit is definitely larger than the standard truck back window. I suspect that the fastback kit will be more expensive than the square back; hopefully not that much.

Good point. It may explain why the Open-Air Kit and SUV kit may not be fully interchangeable. I suspect the 3rd brake lamp will be integrated in the cross bar for the open-air kit, whereas the SUV version will have the lamp embedded in the glass panel. Better yet, it will be a plug-in module...

How are you certain that the ‘fan‘ in Nashville doesn’t hold a reservation? This forum currently lists 251 members with reservations; out of 100,000+ reservations received. Sadly, not statistically significant < 0.3%.

Simply put, putting an ICE in the Slate does not fit with their mission statement... ... It requires very little maintenance of brakes, tires, cooling fluids, cabin filter and wiper fluids. Installing an i4 or V6 will impose major maintenance schedules over the life of the vehicle.

Definitely a head turner!