Has the Slate Truck been released?
The Slate Truck is now taking reservations for orders — you can hold your spot in line for $50. The simple, electric vehicle made in the United States is expected to have a price tag of about $20,000, but an official announcement on the cost of the truck will come June 2026, according to its website. The Slate is a compact all-electric pickup truck designed, engineered and manufactured in the United States. Its main selling point is the low starting price, which is expected to be in the mid-$20,000 range, but there’s an asterisk attached to that promise.Slate Auto is an American startup company that is developing electric vehicles. It was founded in 2022 inside of Re:Build Manufacturing by Miles Arnone, William Barker and Jeff Wilke, and is based in Troy, Michigan. Its investors include Jeff Bezos, Mark Walter, and Re:Build Manufacturing.Slate Auto is a privately held company. This means only accredited and institutional investors can invest in the company before its IPO. Investors seeking exposure to Slate Auto can invest indirectly via venture funds and investment syndicates, or purchase shares directly on pre-IPO marketplaces like Hiive.
How far can a Slate Truck drive?
It has an estimated range of 150 miles between charges, unless you upgrade to the larger battery pack that gives the truck a claimed 240-mile range. Slate offers a projected 150 miles with its standard battery pack and up to 240 miles with its extended battery pack (EPA-estimated figures pending). While some competitors chase 300+ miles, we’re focused on practical, everyday driving that balances range with affordability, efficiency, and capability.
What is the top speed of the 2027 Slate Truck?
Power and Performance Underneath its simple exterior, the Blank Slate is a capable electric vehicle. It features a rear-mounted 150 kW (201 hp) electric motor, delivering a 0-60 mph acceleration in the high seven-second to eight-second range, with an estimated top speed of 90 mph. The Slate Pickup’s powertrain is composed of a single electric motor rated for 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Rear-wheel drive is the sole drive setup. Electrons are stored in either a 52. Wh battery or an available 84. Wh battery.
Will the Slate Truck be gas?
The Slate Truck is an electric pickup truck made to be bare-bones and is designed to be customizable. Slate gets only rear-wheel drive.