"I have yet to experience a truly bad Chinese-market electric vehicle. They're all generally well-resolved and reasonably pricedwhich scares the daylights out of the rest of the world. And so, even here in the United States, every new EV startup or groundbreaking project should be viewed through the lens of how this particular vehicle can push back against the growing impact of China."
"This was my first time seeing the truck in person, so let's start out with what I like about the Slate truck: the styling. The Slate truck's dimensions and styling are a breath of fresh air in a world full of overstyled and oversized pickup trucks. I'd wager that it could be the smallest pickup on the market, matching the height and width of the petite Ford Maverick, but being much shorter in length."
Slate Auto produced a compact electric pickup that emphasizes utilitarian simplicity, distinctive boxy styling, and an accessible price point under $30,000 once tax credits are excluded. The truck draws political attention as a symbol of American manufacturing resurgence, with GOP figures framing it as a counter to Chinese EV influence, though the company avoids overtly marketing it that way. The vehicle's proportions are notably small for a pickup, comparable in height and width to the Ford Maverick but shorter overall. The design translates well into an SUV configuration with a boxy rear and bench seating, evoking the Ford Bronco II vibe.
Read at insideevs.com
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