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Inside the $700 Million Bet on Slate Auto: The Backers Behind America’s Cheapest EV Truck

When Slate Auto unveiled its first electric truck in spring 2025, it wasn’t the kind of flashy EV launch you’d expect from Silicon Valley. The Michigan startup rolled out a simple, compact pickup priced under $30,000 — and within two…
Slate EV Savings: Longevity & Low Maintenance

Modern trucks are marvels of engineering, packed with more sensors, screens, and software than some early spacecraft. But with that complexity comes cost. As vehicles become more advanced, they often become more fragile and expensive to repair. Enter the Slate…
Make. Save. Share. Repeat: Your Guide to the Slate Maker

Design your dream Slate Truck at Slate Maker. Customize, share, and get ready for 2027’s big launch!
Slate Truck Safety Features: Comprehensive Guide

The Slate Truck by Slate Auto is redefining utility EVs with its modular design, cost-effective engineering, and commitment to safety. While marketed as a minimalist workhorse, its safety architecture is more comprehensive than its price point suggests.
Chris Barman: The CEO Driving Slate Auto and the Future of Affordable EVs
The People Behind the Product Electric vehicles (EVs) often get attention for their futuristic tech and sleek performance. But at the heart of every breakthrough is a leader with a vision. For Slate Auto, that leader is Chris Barman –…
The Slatelet: Opening the Dashboard to a Generation of Makers

Introduction In the fast-evolving world of electric vehicles, Slate Auto is doing something most manufacturers wouldn’t dare: handing over part of its design to the public. The newly released Slatelet dash emblem isn’t just a stylized badge tucked into the…
Slate Auto’s Bold New Truck: Insider Insights from Former Team Members

Slate Auto is making waves in the automotive industry with the debut of its all-new, fully customizable electric truck concept—designed to redefine the future of utility, performance, and personalization. In this exclusive segment from Mecum in the Morning, we take…
Amazon’s $20K Truck PREORDERS Just EXPLODED

Amazon’s 20K Truck Preorders Just Exploded RJ’s Garage They laughed when Amazon entered the EV game—but they’re not laughing anymore. What started as a bold idea to democratize electric vehicles has turned into a full-blown industry disruption. Meet the $20,000…
Slate Auto: Inside the Investment and Ownership

Slate Auto: Inside the Investment and Ownership of the $20K EV Startup Slate Auto: Inside the Investment and Ownership of the $20K EV Startup Published: May 2025 Image Credit: Electrive.com Introduction: A New Player in the EV Market Slate Auto,…
What Is the Slate Truck?

A New Kind of EV for Builders, Modders, and Minimalists