We have a Maverick hybrid, I would think the engine, transmission, and hybrid battery pack would probably be pretty expensive. A refurbished battery pack is about 2.5 to 3k.
I remember being skeptical about a dude who started an online bookselling business that was about 3 blocks away from where I was working at the time. I heard some stories about employment there and some visions they had for their company. Instead of staying status quo, and sitting on my thumb, I...
That was an interesting watch, particularly the discussion about drum brakes. As an EV newb, are disc brakes necessary? I occasionally drive our Maverick hybrid, and I find myself very light on the brake pedal as opposed to our other vehicles.
Yeah, this really annoys me. The powers that be here preach to go "green" and then hit you with more fees. I learned the hard way when we got our Maverick Hybrid, and now pay an extra $75 for tabs. (That is basically one months worth of gas that I saved by buying a hybrid)
I am hopeful for the credit to remain. If it does not, Slate is going to have to be real close to 27k or it will probably be a no go for me. Alot of things can change between now and roll out.
This platform has me very curious as I have been wanting to try EV as well as have a small truck. My current stable is: 2023 Maverick XLT hybrid, 2014 F150, and a 2005 Acura RSX Type S that i have been trying to restore as OEM + build. Looking forward to learning about EVs and being part of this...
I want to try EV. I like how modular this platform would be. If I was to pick right now, I would order a lowered blank slate and put a gloss carbon fiber wrap on it. I might add factory trifold tonneau if I felt it was of good quality. I like that this truck would fit in my garage next to my...