I wonder if the back glass in the SUV style will open like my 07 Jeep Liberty. Tailgate closes first and glass latches down to that. To open, the glass unlatches when you pull the tailgate handle.
Risk is there for sure. Slate is doing something the others haven't......build something simple for the masses. The other EVs are loaded with luxury and do-dads that go unused. They're aimed at people with deep pockets so they can charge a fortune to make a quick profit on investment...
If I find myself in Texas I'll go for sure. I saw it in Detroit a few times and can't wait to have one in my hands. I live near the headquarters (closer to the "secret" beta factory actually). And I've driven past the Warsaw factory.
Please post pics and thoughts from Fort Worth.
I would love to pick mine up and road trip it back to Michigan. However, I plan to order the SUV kit. How would that work? I doubt they'd let me install it in the parking lot.
So question to my road tripping friends here....how do you carry your accessories home ?
For that matter, I'm curious...
Manual mechanism is literally a gear and toothed arm to lift and lower window. Electric has motor, drive belts, buttons, wires, etc. More parts, more money. Worked on both in my days. Glad they're offering power windows as option. I'll keep the cranks.
As someone that works in the manufacturing industry (mostly automotive) there are so many factors out of Slates direct control. People outside have no idea what a huge mountain they're climbing. So cool that they've reduced the startup complexity by eliminating paint and stamping and component...
There are still a lot of people that have not heard about Slate yet. I believe there's so many more people that want what Slate is aiming for. Numbers and info reveals are a tricky thing. Balance of momentum, interest, anticipation, excitement, curiosity. Stay focused.
KISS - Keep It Simple...
Anyone else make cookies? I'm better in the garage than in the kitchen. It was fun tho. My brother 3D printed the molds for me with food grade filament. Haven't got sick yet. Practice for printing parts for my Slate soon.
So many great reviews for Slate. Add Jay's approval and exposure....BAM ! Winner winner, chicken dinner ! Can't wait see the interview. Cheering you on Slate. My driveway is ready and waiting. 😉
This is a brilliant idea ! Fits the creative theme of Slate perfectly. Making the truck how you like it.
AND sending out the 3D files for people to practice before making stuff for the real thing. Applause, standing ovation on this one Slate.
For Easter, can we do Slate Auto egg wraps ?
OK so I went and it was pretty great ! (Yes, there was free food and drinks). Slate is about bringing your creativity to the product. That's what this event was about, showcasing some ideas to inspire. They had a bunch of interactive stations. The trucks are still prototypes so they dont let...