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  1. slateya

    This Is So Boring Now

    No personal offense intended. Discovering the launch the morning after was such a high. Now the drip drip of little new information and the long wait to get production vehicles is getting to my short attention span. I also hope I get bored of my new Slate quickly and run out of things to do...
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    Slate's open dash panels are ideal for Amateur Radio / GMRS!

    With the plastic body panels not blockiyRF, I plan on stealth antenna install under body panels.
  3. slateya

    Update: Ford's EV 'Model T moment' Announced

    “Yawn”. Whatever Ford is doing.
  4. slateya

    Extra Cab Kit?

    It is never going to happen for this model. The bed side rail structure is integral to the frame. A separate model in the future maybe.
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    Which generation will be the biggest owners of Slates?

    So circling back to generations buying a Slate, Alphas in the future because the Slate will be around for a good long while with autonomous driving not taking over all. I participated in the tangent so no shade thrown.
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    Which generation will be the biggest owners of Slates?

    The road wars are coming. Wait until a significant amount of cars are autonomous operated by big tech corps. They will be programmed for very defensive cautious driving. The meathead aggressive road raging drivers will figure this out quickly and also have a philosophical hatred for self driving...
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    Which generation will be the biggest owners of Slates?

    My take: The Slate was designed by a bunch of Gen X auto industry rebels. Some Boomers think these crazy kids came up with a nifty idea. Millennials are curious but skeptical of the low tech. “You mean I have to take my key out of my pocket and put it in the car?” Gen Z is hopeful but it...
  8. slateya

    4 Fresh Facts From Rich Rebuilds- Everything Slate Episode 2

    Keeping options open by leaving a space to install a front motor is very different from engineering an entire AWD system that requires motor, cables, controls, software, etc. Edit: spelling and adding driveshafts and cooling.
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    What is Slate competing with for YOUR money?

    Here is a Ford Ranger for everyone lauding its praises. Have at it. https://www.rochestermotorcars.com/used-Rochester-2011-Ford-Ranger-XLT-1FTLR4FE0BPA93223
  10. slateya

    License Plates

    Is there a Unicode for a 20-80% charge. Battery longevity and all.
  11. slateya

    What is Slate competing with for YOUR money?

    I was looking at 2012-2017 Audi A 4 Or VW Passat. The cars have worked well for me and I know their demons.
  12. slateya

    What is Slate competing with for YOUR money?

    ÂŁÂĄ$& this $#%+. Not in any car I will ever purchase. Is this add satire?
  13. slateya

    Are you installing an anti-theft alarm / security system?

    Slate stated the fob has physical contacts and must be inserted into the dash for the vehicle to be driven.
  14. slateya

    Olympia WA Slate Event @ Ember Goods Coffee (midgate passthrough confirmed & more info)

    I am sure someone will come up with a fob to insert and convert it to contactless.
  15. slateya

    Olympia WA Slate Event @ Ember Goods Coffee (midgate passthrough confirmed & more info)

    Physical contacts were confirmed and I am very happy with that decision. More secure than the current proximity via radio frequency. Hackers have amplified relay devices to steal cars now.
  16. slateya

    Leak Proof Body???

    Looking at frame photos and it really sinks in. All panels are plastic bolt on. Including roof, A-B-C pillars, and door jambs. Begs the question of what does the gasketing/sealant look like between all those panels/windsield/doors, etc. Especially removable back of the cab. The Slate has...
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    Rich Rebuilds video review from Slate Truck design, engineering, production labs!

    Releasing CAD and available load data for access points. This will be revolutionary for accessories.
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    Article: Ram CEO: Slate Vehicles Won't Be So Cheap Once Buyers Get Done Optioning Them Up

    We are having a hard time, wrapping our brains around a manufacturer, making only one vehicle at the factory. I saw a statement that any customizations would be DIY or third-party partner at service centers around the country. I have not seen any statement that they would do customizations at...
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    Slate truck size shown parked inside garage first look video (in pickup and SUV form)

    Slate outline with bronco sport and two-door Jeep Wrangler. Lined up at the rear of the vehicle for easy length comparison at the front.
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