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Internally they called it FN1 for “Freaking Nuts 1” since that’s how awesome they thought the truck was. Showing that for the leadership which almost all are auto executive veterans or at the very least car guys, this is a true passion project for them. But yeah the closest thing is the “Blank...

Well of course they want you to actually listen the podcast so they condensed everything. Honestly should and could have done that too since I’ve written blogs for work before but I guess just wanted to get a more detailed and raw overview for those who like reading instead of listening lol.

I’ll focus on this aspect since it’s the Slate Forums I don’t disagree with him when it comes to the early adopters. I always maintain as soon as you start seeing Slate builds in the wild or on social media it will sell itself. But for the early adopters I agree a lot of EV enthusiasts are not...

Some highlights and run down of the interview as well as some of my thoughts from watching the full podcast: Beginning is talking about the interviewees transition from Motorsport to working on the Roadster/Model S to now working at Ford’s UEV Team Ford UEV team (especially during the early...

They haven’t put too much emphasis on it but from what we know they are building their own seats, they have the wrap kit factory, and I believe they are assembling the battery packs themselves.

I don’t mind for their next model if they have something like Speakers integrated into it especially if it’s something like an SUV. A pickup it’s ok for it to be this barebones. SUV buyers expect a bit more in amenities. But I never want them to get rid of the Single Cab Blank Slate Truck and...

The other aspect is Slate is already starting to work at vertical integration. With Slate Auto being an off shoot of Re:Build Manufacturing this is a natural progression for Slate as well. Combine that with battery prices getting cheaper we may actually see a $20K Slate Truck one day even in an...

One thing to note though Slate came to market in 4 years if they truly do deliver Q4 this year. that's very fast development time, fastest of any of the western automakers. If they follow a Tesla refresh strategy I could see a minor refresh by year two, an e4x4/AWD option by year three, LFP...

Slate execs thought it would be the opposite lmao.

“Beyond the basic truck, which is being offered as a no-frills model with 150-mile and 240-mile battery pack options, wraps and accessories will be available to add to the preorder starting sometime this fall.”-American Cars & Racing

I'm thinking and hoping less than or equal to $25,000 unless this post is asking about after destination fee.

Completely agree like enthusiasts make fun of pavement princesses but the fact is most of their Broncos and Jeeps were likely bought used in good condition from an owner who used it as a pavement princess. These vehicles would not exist or be widely supported if it weren’t for those owners since...

In my opinion this is the wrong question the better question is how good of a base does the Blank Slate make for a Amphicar Conversion Kit Accessory?

Tim Kuniskis the CEO of Ram said the reason he didn’t offer their new Muscle Truck in the traditional Single Cab is because 3% of all Pickup Truck Sales in the US were single cab pickups. That’s roughly ~70,000 units for the Ford F-Series Single Cab XL/XLT, Chevy Silverado Single Cab WT, and GMC...

Agreed anything above ~25K after destination fee is going to lose them potential customers. I’m just saying I think they still have a chance at $26,500. Especially with Fleet Sales. Since if you don’t need to tow the next cheapest Single Cab Pickup is nearly $40K. Preferably a low mid-20s would...

I agree that almost no one is cross shopping the Bolt with the Slate Truck. But I also agree Slate needs to come in under it and if they launch at a true mid-20k price point they will. I think for every $1k over $25K the final base price point is Slate will lose potential customers. If Slate can...

Full Article: https://www.newsweek.com/slates-affordable-american-made-ev-is-whats-been-missing-11958938?fbclid=PAdGRleAR6svZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafPjsXeEGDPPu_6nJ41w9wKHU5V3XtSwpLkagj0qtJeqcgoNUMXwaw9j9hTKw_aem_cTpznE-gunJydFItNk-Dtw

Yeah for most Charge networks they are prioritizing urban centers and alongside major travel ways. Rivian has tackled a niche of things like hiking spots for their adventure networks. But Walmarts charging network can be something that any non-urban ev owner who doesn't have the option of home...

Despite no longer being in the C-Suite she’s still basically in the same role just specialized. She is still working towards ensuring the Slate Truck arrives on time and on budget. Also wouldn’t be surprised if on the side she’s working with a team that is starting work on Slate’s 2nd model or...

Thank you, I’m glad you like my assessment. Ultimately I don’t think the little slip up in the long run will matter since we are a month away from the official base price being announced instead of this purposely vague range. To add to my original assessment after some time, I think the reason...