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  1. fuzzyweis

    [Charlotte NC] Open-Air Slate SUV prototype photos & impressions - November 2025

    We went to the tour spot this weekend in Charlotte, NC and grabbed some pictures and a hat. I put down my deposit now seeing it in person. One of the reps said they've made over 70 prototypes, and when the pre-production models start coming out they'll look to start having some test drive...
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    New touring event dates are up on the Slate Events page!

    I'm looking forward to going to the Charlotte event. It'll be at "Camp North End" which is a former industrial complex turned into shops/housing/events. Free parking and lots of crafty types of shops, a vinyl record store in the area, definitely fits the vibe, hope for good weather.
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    News: Slate exploring different battery supplier. SUV kit price to be $5000 range

    Korean suppliers could also be an option, LG Chem is what GM/Hyundai/Kia used, may avoid the big tariffs and still come out cheaper.
  4. fuzzyweis

    Will the Slate’s 8 seconds to 60 mph be adequate for safe highway merging?

    My Bolt does 0-60 in about 6.5, prior to that the fastest car I had was a manual Dodge Neon that did it in....8 seconds, so this should be fine. Especially compared to my Ranger Electric that does it in a solid 18 seconds so one more check in the "For Slate" column there.
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    Scratch that [Update: NMC batteries confirmed]

    I hope they keep their options open for at least LFP, with the $7500 tax credit going away, if they can get an LFP pack for less than the NMC they were getting to be able to qualify for the credits, that's a lower bottom line, but also with an LFP pack there's less penalty for using the entire...
  6. fuzzyweis

    Introductions & Welcome Thread 👋

    Hello, I'm an existing EV truck owner and keeping my eye on the Slate as it may be a good option to consolidate. My EV Truck is a 2000 Ford Ranger electric, and very like the Slate, it came with roll up windows(I've updated to power windows), de dion rear suspension, single cab, upgradeable...
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