Central Development
On June 24, Slate Auto announced an electric pickup starting at $24,950 and rated at an EPA-estimated 205 miles of range. The price and range were detailed by TechCrunch and Ars Technica. Slate positions the model as a lower-cost, no-frills EV truck, and says it has raised tow and payload figures versus earlier targets, according to Ars Technica. The truck supports DC fast charging up to 120 kW via a NACS port, per Ars Technica.
Why It Matters
A sub-$25,000 price point and a 205-mile EPA estimate place this pickup in a cost-focused segment of the EV market. Use of a NACS port and 120 kW charging indicate an intent to align with widely available fast-charging networks, which could lower practical barriers to entry for budget buyers, as reported by Ars Technica.
Perspective
Core pricing and range details are corroborated by multiple outlets, while several specifications rely on single-outlet reporting. Ars Technica conducted a hands-on drive and disclosed that Slate provided travel and lodging. Configuration options span roughly $25,000–$37,000 before taxes and fees, and the company cites a 20–80% fast charge in about 30 minutes, a 63 kWh usable LFP battery, and a 181 hp rear-wheel-drive setup, according to Ars Technica. An SUV variant is listed from $29,950, per TechCrunch.
What to Watch
Publication of finalized tow and payload ratings and how they compare to prior targets.
- Independent range and charging tests to validate the 205-mile estimate and 20–80% ~30-minute claim.
- Real-world performance of 120 kW NACS fast charging across networks.
- Pricing and feature differentiation as the $29,950 SUV variant moves toward market.
