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  1. Sparkie

    Are you actually going to BUY the Slate Truck without a Test Drive?

    I have the same intent as you, so I responded maybe. For me, there are 2 things that are very important to me - steering and braking. I expect them to be tight and responsive. This will be my first EV. If my Slate has "spongy" brakes due a regenerative system, or if the steering is loose and...
  2. Sparkie

    Top Gear Video: Hands-on with customized Slate Trucks & reasons why SLATE will succeed

    I was thinking of simply removing the dash panel when mounting speakers and then snapping in a custom bezel to surround each speaker. The more I learn about the Slate, the more I flashback to my Lego childhood -- all the more excited about getting one of these.
  3. Sparkie

    12V Accessory Bus Bar / AUX Switch Array

    Nice catch on their website. I didn't see it earlier.
  4. Sparkie

    12V Accessory Bus Bar / AUX Switch Array

    I agree. If the Slate Auto philosophy of owner customizable stays true, then an electrical aux panel pre-wired to the fuse box is something we should expect. Then Slate could have a whole bunch of accessories they could also sell for owner installation.
  5. Sparkie

    What was your first vehicle?

    When I got my learner's permit and my dad taught me how to drive in a 1967 Jeepster Commando pickup truck. When I got my license, I bought it from him. It looked just like the one pictured below but with more rust. It was a manual 3 speed on the floor, 4 wheel transfer case lever on the...
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