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  1. sodamo

    Slate not likely to be a top safety pick by Consumer Reports (due to lack of BSW)

    True, in the past if CR didn’t like a product for any reason, getting good ratings was a challenge.
  2. sodamo

    Production Date Poll: When will Slate Truck production begin?

    I know there has been reference to 4th qtr 2026, but I’d really like to see earlier, limited production to help work the kinks out. Can I sign up to be a early production tester?. Vinyl applique on doors, some business cards to hand out, internet link that reports back… Non seat/rollbar square...
  3. sodamo

    Range Extender

    TBH, I know even less about eREV than EV. How do costs pencil out as to running the generator?
  4. sodamo

    Aptera-style solar panels in SUV option.

    Absolutely. You know it, I know it, anyone else can Google and know it. BUT it doesn’t address the Aptera approach as laid out in their FAQ, How they can charge from PV without either gridtied or battery based system as we know them. Supposedly they have licensed said technology to Telo. If...
  5. sodamo

    Aptera-style solar panels in SUV option.

    Disaapointed After exchanging several PMs, I can only conclude you have little to no understanding of the Aptera approach to charging away from a grid tied system. Was sincerely hoping you had knowledge, maybe experience related to below. How do Aptera’s solar panels reduce charging needs and...
  6. sodamo

    Were you first drawn to the Slate itself or the headline price?

    Multiple factors. Too bad the poll can’t prioritize them
  7. sodamo

    Aptera-style solar panels in SUV option.

    Similar story for us just much larger numbers 20 years ago. 1st set of batteries very good Lead acid. Decent longevity. 2nd set Obama era salt water batteries, company went bankrupt about month after I bought, batteries lasted about 2 years, a costly experience. 3rd set my LiFePOs will be 6...
  8. sodamo

    Aptera-style solar panels in SUV option.

    I’d be quite surprised to see power companies voluntarily paying customers for excess powerhher than maybe a token amount. The model has been credits, use or lose. Doubt there would be incentive to change unless forced.
  9. sodamo

    How does the Slate turn on?

    Just found my wife’s FOB for my truck after putting it in a safe place six weeks ago.
  10. sodamo

    How much day-to-day technology is enough?

    Preconditioning? Clueless. as our temp swing is usually about 65° - 80° perhaps I can remain clueless.
  11. sodamo

    Place Your Bets! (actual blank Slate starting price contest)

    Of course my 1960 VW Bug, 65 Corvair Monza, 70 GTO, both my MGBs, wife’s 76 Toyota pu, ā€˜96 Wrangler with back no seat, dedicated to the dogs, 96 MB S Class 500 long body was a great ride. Lots of others including handful of pickups, but nothing that heart stirring, but some good solid vehicles...
  12. sodamo

    Slate portfolio speculation

    exactly Stay away from all these suggestions that modify the basic frame, have fun with the non frame changing accessories. just another old guy Wife had a 76 Toyota pu when I met her. maybe add a blue strip in honor
  13. sodamo

    Slate's Entire Marketing Campaign is Completely Wrong

    Wonder who has studied why the Toyota Tacoma has been top selling vehicle in Hawaii last 2 decades? I’d say majority of the advertising I see doesn’t even apply here. Many have toppers. Many have racks. Many are the old style 2 door minis.
  14. sodamo

    Slate portfolio speculation

    agree, don’t divert focus from Blank Slate. Nothing that interferes with their safety certification.
  15. sodamo

    Slate's Entire Marketing Campaign is Completely Wrong

    My bad, considered and rejected might be more accurate.
  16. sodamo

    Slate could become “the Glock of trucks”

    I’d guess someone massaging the algorithm to lean negative. Glock for an EV crowd???
  17. sodamo

    Slate's Entire Marketing Campaign is Completely Wrong

    If only that rear window opened as initially announced.
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