Regen braking non adjustable ? Deal breaker for me.

[Tom Sawyer]

Oh oh! ATL for Gold!

Or NYC! (could be a thread all it's own.)

Just for the record, metroshot's experience with regenerative braking is not everyone's experience.

Get a Slate and judge for yourself!

 

[Doctors Do Little]

Or NYC! (could be a thread all it's own.)

Just for the record, metroshot's experience with regenerative braking is not everyone's experience.

Get a Slate and judge for yourself!

Test drive will demonstrate this in 5 minutes. Along with ride quality over bumpy roads, cornering, wind noise, etc. Put me in the “test drive is necessary” camp.

 

[Trace26]

And then there are others who have driven over 40 years using 2PD and 3PD which makes muscle memory difficult to adapt to 1PD.

I've driven 3PDs (I'm assuming that's a manual) and most of the time I only used one of the 3 to slow down, as in engine braking. Only time I use the clutch is to change gears or panic brake.

Also, I'm not going to go looking for the video, but I'm pretty sure I remember them saying regen is 1 or 2 pedal but the amount of regen in the two modes is non-adjustable. I could be wrong tho.

 

[metroshot]

Test drive will demonstrate this in 5 minutes. Along with ride quality over bumpy roads, cornering, wind noise, etc. Put me in the “test drive is necessary” camp.

100% agree!

Definitely will need a test drive to see if it will fit into my style of driving in urban congested traffic.

 

[Orley]

Yes, I'll need a test drive to check noise level and ride quality. I'll also need to browse accessories, door pockets, center console, phone holder, speaker options etc. I'm also on the fence about ER battery. That will depend on price.

 

[Doctors Do Little]

Yes, I'll need a test drive to check noise level and ride quality. I'll also need to browse accessories, door pockets, center console, phone holder, speaker options etc. I'm also on the fence about ER battery. That will depend on price.

Might be on another thread, but what is likelihood that a battery exchange could happen in the future— going from standard battery to much more efficient battery? That would be a win for longevity.

 

[metroshot]

Might be on another thread, but what is likelihood that a battery exchange could happen in the future— going from standard battery to much more efficient battery? That would be a win for longevity.

Upgrading batteries after purchase - would be costly - compared to ordering one from the factory.

You should look at what your driving pattern will be along with charging infrastructure as well as charge at home options.

I have a standard range BEV (230 mile range) and it's perfect for my 5 day workweek commute.
On weekends I charge on my 240V 48A J1772 charger and it's good to go.
On road trips, I would have to stop around 150-180 miles due to the high speed travel and lower efficiency to recharge at Tesla Superchargers to get back on the road.

For my Slate, I will order the extended range from the start as I am used to the 230 mile range of my current BEV.

 

[Doctors Do Little]

Upgrading batteries after purchase - would be costly - compared to ordering one from the factory.

You should look at what your driving pattern will be along with charging infrastructure as well as charge at home options.

I have a standard range BEV (230 mile range) and it's perfect for my 5 day workweek commute.
On weekends I charge on my 240V 48A J1772 charger and it's good to go.
On road trips, I would have to stop around 150-180 miles due to the high speed travel and lower efficiency to recharge at Tesla Superchargers to get back on the road.

For my Slate, I will order the extended range from the start as I am used to the 230 mile range of my current BEV.

Agree 100%. I would get biggest battery available.

 

[MotoGary]

I've owned a Lightning and a Mach-E and I've been active on forums for both. The topic of 1PD vs 2PD is always very polarizing. I'll just say this; There's no one correct answer. It's 100% a personal preference. Every person will have a different experience depending on the vehicle and their individual driving conditions.

For example: My wife and I preferred 1PD in the Mach-E that we both drove. Two years later I bought the Lightning and we started out using 1PD. But since they're very different vehicles in form, function, and feel, we both gravitated to 2PD in the Lightning. For us and our driving conditions, we simply preferred 1PD for one vehicle, and 2PD for a different one.

So it will be interesting to actually test drive the Slate. I doubt the 1PD non-adjustable regen will be a deal killer for me, but understand why it could be for some.

 

[Doctors Do Little]

I've owned a Lightning and a Mach-E and I've been active on forums for both. The topic of 1PD vs 2PD is always very polarizing. I'll just say this; There's no one correct answer. It's 100% a personal preference. Every person will have a different experience depending on the vehicle and their individual driving conditions.

For example: My wife and I preferred 1PD in the Mach-E that we both drove. Two years later I bought the Lightning and we started out using 1PD. But since they're very different vehicles in form, function, and feel, we both gravitated to 2PD in the Lightning. For us and our driving conditions, we simply preferred 1PD for one vehicle, and 2PD for a different one.

So it will be interesting to actually test drive the Slate. I doubt the 1PD non-adjustable regen will be a deal killer for me, but understand why it could be for some.

My wife could not adapt to 1PD on my Lightning, whereas I loved it.

 

[Tom Sawyer]

Did anyone see Jay Leno get nauseated driving the Slate truck? I don't recall any negative reaction in the video.

For what it's worth.

 

[phidauex]

Did anyone see Jay Leno get nauseated driving the Slate truck? I don't recall any negative reaction in the video.

For what it's worth.

Incredible! Jay Leno BARFS in the Slate Truck! Can it compete with the other EV BARF MOBILES?? Or is it too little too late?!?

well you know i'd rather barf in 4 slates than one rivian you know what i mean the interiors are so fancy i mean this is a truck come on if you can't barf in your own truck is this even america?

 

[MotoGary]

My wife could not adapt to 1PD on my Lightning, whereas I loved it.

I don’t think it’s really about “adapting.” Some people just prefer a different driving feel. My experience with both the Mach-E and Lightning taught me that 1PD is a style choice, not a skill test. Comfort and confidence matter more than forcing yourself into a mode you don’t enjoy.

 

[KevinRS]

I think that as 1PD becomes more common, and even available on most vehicles, it's probably going to be like automatic transmissions. New drivers will learn to drive with it and have difficulty with 2PD. Those of us who learned with 2PD may have a learning curve with it, but those who knew nothing else will probably with time be able to control the 1PD vehicles with a smoothness and control that we can't achieve easily.