A $20,000 electric truck with manual windows and no screens? Meet Slate Auto.
Briefly

Slate Auto launched the Slate Truck, an electric vehicle (EV) starting at under $20,000 with a range of 150 miles, focusing on customization and affordability. Unveiled near Long Beach Airport, the truck promotes accessible personalization through a range of accessories, including transformation kits for different uses. With two battery options and a NACS charging port, the Slate Truck aims to be a repairable option that complies with safety standards while keeping costs low. Built with minimal configurations, it emphasizes using external devices rather than an integrated infotainment system.
The Slate Truck is aimed at customers looking for an affordable and customizable electric vehicle, with a starting price under $20,000 and a target range of 150 miles.
Slate Auto’s new vehicle is designed for easy personalization and repair, featuring a flat-pack accessory kit that enables transformation from a pickup to an SUV.
Read at Ars Technica
[
|
]