Crash testing and Repairability

[Johnologue]

And you know this exactly how? I realize the public events are all test mules in various stages of change / completion, but we're 6 months from Slate's predicted Job 1. I have to believe things are finalized. The testing and validation required aren't quick projects. I know that some simulation is acceptable, but I think they still have to smash a few "as to be released to production" chassis.

They were smashing up a warehouse full of them around summer/fall of last year, in the various body/seating configurations...you may be right about things being finalized, I wouldn't know better. My assumption is typically "nothing is final" for unreleased Slate info at this point.

Makes me wonder if the rates at first are based somewhat on experience with other EV's ?

Given the experiences mentioned here...sure hope not. If so, hopefully real-world data will change that.

 

[Johnny-Longtorso]

My State Farm Agent said Insurance costs could vary greatly depending on Crash rates and Repair costs. He expects a lot of movement the first year. Makes me wonder if the rates at first are based somewhat on experience with other EV's ?

I'm with State Farm as well, that's what prompted this thread. I am wondering what to expect WRT coverage costs. (no idea what sort of "riders" are required for EVs)