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Slate Auto Unveils $25,000 Electric Pickup with Modular Design

The Jeff Bezos-backed startup aims to disrupt the EV market with a customizable, U.S.-made truck priced under $20,000 after federal tax credits.

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Overview

  • The Slate Truck starts at $25,000, with a potential price below $20,000 after federal EV tax incentives, offering a 150-mile range in its base model.
  • The vehicle features a minimalist design, eliminating paint shops and stamping presses, and uses durable plastic body panels with customizable wraps.
  • Slate Auto secured a 20 GWh battery supply deal with SK On, opting for U.S.-made NMC batteries to comply with federal tax credit sourcing rules.
  • The truck's modular design allows buyers to upgrade features over time, including conversion kits to transform it into a five-seat SUV.
  • Preorders are now open for a refundable $50, with production and deliveries planned to begin in late 2026 at a Midwestern U.S. facility.