Special Q&A for Reservation Holders w/ Slate Auto CEO

[AZFox]

Slate Automotive's ethos is Radical Simplicity that's achieved by removing what isn't necessary.

I consider preconditioning necessary.

A button on the fob that turns preconditioning on, although not strictly necessary, seems like something they could easily include. (Easy for me to say. What do I know?)

That said, are electronically controlled A/C settings that are remotely adjustable via 2-way wireless communication a feature they should consider necessary?

 

[KevinRS]

Slate Automotive's ethos is Radical Simplicity that's achieved by removing what isn't necessary.

I consider preconditioning necessary.

A button on the fob that turns preconditioning on, although not strictly necessary, seems like something they could easily include. (Easy for me to say. What do I know?)

That said, are electronically controlled A/C settings that are remotely adjustable via 2-way wireless communication a feature they should consider necessary?

As far as we know, the 2 way bit, or even 1 way with anything beyond a fob's range have never been mentioned. Wouldn't hurt to ask though.
Nothing we ask for is going to change anything about the design at this point, though some questions might lead to new accessory options.

 

[Luxrage]

I'm hoping the app will be a simple setup for navigation with battery life of the truck factored in... if you plug it in. I wholly intend to not use the app at all, but will keep it installed as I expect it will also be where you'll get push notifications for vehicle updates. It'll pre-download them and once you plug your phone in, will push them to the truck. Slate better expect to get some sort of email or SMS notification system ready as well as I bet there will be some no-adopters for the app. I am not sure exactly how the feds regulate OEMs forcing updates.

As for those wanting the dog cargo carrier, I'm hoping Leer or JemTop steps up if Slate fumbles it and does indeed release a "SUV kit with no seats, rollbar included" as the cargo top. But they'll only be motivated by seeing some sales numbers.