So many topics to touch!
The form factor, a truck, is actually irrelevant to me. Short of looking like a Kia Soul it could have been basically anything.
I love the concept, as stated above, of Made in America, bare bones, low tech vehicle and a company going against the norm. Low part...
I have been very excited for this truck since I first learned about it. My reservation was on day 3 and I drove an hour to see a prototype. But I have been very seriously thinking about not converting to an actual order.
The brain math goes like this...
$2400 to eventually put a new battery...
Apologies if this has been said. TLDR 7 pages!
The Slate is not new tech. It's allegedly proven, "off the shelf", hardware. This is a design choice when the goal is total cost and not earth shattering efficiency. Older hardware means lower range and slower charging and a lower cost.
If...
In everything I have seen and read now the cargo kit is just a shell with no windows. I also think the back window of the truck is still in place. It's effectively a truck with a canopy.
I would like to be able to get the actual SUV or Fastback top with the rollbar but no seats. Windows and...
Hi all. New here despite reserving on day 2. I had the opportunity to see the prototype in Olympia WA and was pleasantly surprised. It seemed well along for a prototype. Obviously a hand build prototype doesn't reflect production line vehicles but I was still happy with what I saw...
Not the first time they have said $5k.
It's not cheap but you get a lot since it effectively makes three vehicles. Truck ,SUV, and open top(rollbar only).
I asked if you could buy the SUV/Fastback without seats but Chris didn't answer that.