Future Models

[ElectricShitbox]

This is definitely very early to think about, seeing as how we still have very little info on their first model, but Slate has promised a range of vehicles based on the same or similar architecture. I keep seeing articles and videos where people suggest a 4 door SUV, but if you want a mid size 4 door electric SUV, that's basically the entire rest of the american EV market.
What I want is a small hatchback. Round off the front a bit more at the cost of some frunk room, use just a front motor, keep a lot of the same interior parts, use just the small battery configuration so you can shorten the overall length, and something like a twist beam rear axle. It could even look like a 75% scale version of "fastback" version of the SL8. There's a lot of Yaris and Fit owners out there looking for a replacement.
So what would you want to see their next model be?

 

[ScooterAsheville]

It almost sounds like you're describing the Rivian R3?

For myself, I'm a fan of what I call a "two door utility runabout". It can come in many form factors, but the length should be 164" to around 174" long. A Kia Soul is the former size. A Ford Bronco Sport (or a Slate) is the latter. I also call these "tall but small". A trucklet in that size (like the Slate) would be super cool.

Alas, it seems only myself and ten other people in the entire USA want a vehicle like this.

 

[1yeliab_sufur1]

I see them making a R.E.V. With a generator in the fronk Space maybe 4 door but unsure about that or a 4x4 version

 

[RedJoker]

If they made an AWD version, I might own two of them. One would be a lowered, enclosed cargo version (which is what I need) and the other a lifted, open 4x4 off-road version (which is what I want). Bonus points if the AWD can tow 2000#.

 

[ScooterAsheville]

They have an R3X version that sounds right up your alley. Not sure about cost though. It seems likely to be a $35,000 class vehicle.

 

[ElectricShitbox]

The R3X seems like it would be closer to the size of the SL8 fastback, I want something like a foot shorter. (Yaris replacement)

 

[AZFox]

See also:
Poll: Slate's second model - what do you think it will be?

 

[Oakwise]

This is definitely very early to think about, seeing as how we still have very little info on their first model, but Slate has promised a range of vehicles based on the same or similar architecture. I keep seeing articles and videos where people suggest a 4 door SUV, but if you want a mid size 4 door electric SUV, that's basically the entire rest of the american EV market.
What I want is a small hatchback. Round off the front a bit more at the cost of some frunk room, use just a front motor, keep a lot of the same interior parts, use just the small battery configuration so you can shorten the overall length, and something like a twist beam rear axle. It could even look like a 75% scale version of "fastback" version of the SL8. There's a lot of Yaris and Fit owners out there looking for a replacement.
So what would you want to see their next model be?

Agreed! My hope is to by the current Slate, add the fastback cover and NOT the seats.

 

[ElectricShitbox]

What I want is a small hatchback. Round off the front a bit more at the cost of some frunk room, use just a front motor, keep a lot of the same interior parts, use just the small battery configuration so you can shorten the overall length, and something like a twist beam rear axle. It could even look like a 75% scale version of "fastback" version of the SL8. There's a lot of Yaris and Fit owners out there looking for a replacement.

Call it the CURB and market it as the ultimate city car.