Hence the consistent "The truck is still in development and things will continue to change."“Only a traditional key is planned” yet this was my answer when I asked about that.
Yeah, so did the door handles on this oneI noticed the tailgate has a “traditional key.”
Thanks for posting, evtruth. This was very helpful.
Thank you for these photos, its gonna help me finish my work in progress 3d model.Alright folks, I got to meet more members of the team at Slate! Jimmy and a couple other team members (I feel bad I can't recall their names - sorry other Slate team members!!!!) were a HUGE help in answering some of your questions, though I'm hoping you won't be TOO surprised and/or disappointed to find out that there are many questions that are still unanswered because the truck is still in development. I did my best to relay these answers based on what I heard, so hopefully I did a good job and got the answers correct!
I think this was a different truck (the last one didn't have a wrap - but I thought I heard someone say it might have been wrapped for the parade today in Winona Lake, IN for the Independence Day / 4th of July fireworks), so I got more photos and even some 360 PHOTOS that I took with my Insta360 camera for you to check out!
HUGE thanks to the Slate team that was here today, they were VERY friendly and even took some notes when we started talking about some of the things I've see here in the forums that people didn't like, so folks... SLATE IS LISTENING, and if THAT doesn't excite you I don't know what will!!!
You've Got Questions, Slate Has Answers
Q: I'm very curious about the key and how it works. With the app on the phone is the key just an alternative means of unlocking/starting the truck? Will you need the key if you have the phone and vice versa?
A: At this time only a traditional key is planned. *
Q: With the open air kit, what about rain? Are there any drain plugs? Vinyl floor (or options)?
A: No official word on this. */**
Q: Do the mid-gate panels (both glass and metal) fold down or do they need to be removed completely when opening up the bed?
A: The cargo kit will allow you to keep the mid-gate lower section. The SUV kit is a different kit and will allow removal of both the upper and lower mid-gate.
Q: Does the back glass hinge upwards to open even when it's on the cab instead of on the back of the suv kit?
A: It appears the gate is "locked" in place, but there is no official word on this. *
Q: What is the process for conversion from manual to electric windows?
A: No official word on this. */**
Q: Is the SUV KIT a 2 man job?
A: This depends on the owner and their comfort with DIY. **
Q: Will the third brake lamp on the open air configuration still work?
A: The third brake light will transfer with the glass for the SUV kit. No official word on the open air kit. *
Q: Body panels are polypropylene - Is this material susceptible to uv damage? Does Slate recommend wrapping regardless?
A: Testing and validation is still in progress. Warranty info in the future will tell us more. *
Q: Does the vehicle come with ABS? Or only Automatic Emergency Braking?
A: ABS is a federal requirement.
Q: Are there any difference between the phone and tablet mount other than size?
A: The mounts are separate products. They are trying to create a "universal" mount for each (phone and tablet).
Q: Will there be a kit or pre-wiring for trailers?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: Will it accommodate trailer brakes or is it only a 4-pin connector?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: What “class” will the hitch be?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: On the left of the steering wheel, is there a slot for a speaker?
A: There will be a speaker mount option under the HVAC knobs. Additionally many of the dash panels are planned to be able to house storage and other components (including audio - speakers, etc). *
Q: Have you solidified what traction motor will be going in the truck?
A: The motors in the videos are what were used during development and may not be the same for every vehicle. The motor going in the production truck is still in development. *
Q: Is cab roof panel removable?
A: No official word on this. It appears the panel is removable, but there could be safety implications if it is removed by the owner. */**
Q: Tire and wheel size?
A: At this point it will be a "very common" size, but has not been solidified. *
Q: Any cabin plugs/ports with locations? Any 110v/USB/USB-Cs?
A: The only solidified plug is where phone will plug in. *
Q: Will there be underbody aero-panels?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: Where is the 12v battery, in the frunk?
A: Yep, in the frunk.
Q: Will it make a noise at low speeds or is it silent?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: Are there arm rests without the center console option?
A: No official word on this. *
Q: Might there be a bench seat option for the front?
A: Not planned at this time. *
* The truck is still in the process of development, so features can, and likely will, change.
** Slate will be releasing a “scale” that will define the difficulty for each upgrade. VERY cool idea!!!
Flippin' Sweet 360 Photos
What is that bumpout on the left side of the assembly? A puddle light?
Ugg. I missed the obvious.
