Meet Slate, the mysterious low-cost pickup created with the help of Jeff Bezos

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Meet Slate, the mysterious low-cost pickup created with the help of Jeff BezosMeet Slate, the mysterious low-cost pickup created with the help of Jeff Bezos (Instagram @slateauto)

The American startup Slate Auto revealed a compact electric pickup with an affordable proposition: a base price of up to $20,000 after tax incentives.

With a simple and minimalist design, the Slate has only two doors, with versions offering two and five seats. The model features manual windows, lacks a multimedia system, and the dashboard only includes a smartphone holder.

Despite the basic proposition, the startup promises a wide range of accessories for customization, including kits to transform the pickup into an SUV. The company also bets on direct-to-consumer sales and local service centers to keep costs low.

The Slate is powered by a single rear electric motor with 201 hp, offering two battery options, with a range of up to 240 km in the standard version and up to 385 km with the optional package.

Despite its small size, smaller than a Honda Civic and significantly shorter than the Ford Maverick, the Truck has a 1.5-meter bed and a 198-liter front trunk. Its proportions resemble those of the 1984 Toyota SR5, reinforcing the idea of a return to small and practical pickups of the past. The structure includes a MacPherson front suspension and De Dion rear suspension, steel wheels with 245/65R17 tires, and safety features like automatic emergency braking and collision alert.

The Slate has the potential to attract those looking for a simple, functional, and more affordable alternative in the world of electric pickups. However, there are still uncertainties about the feasibility of large-scale production, even with the support of major investors like Jeff Bezos.

Source: Motor1.com | Photo: Instagram @slateauto | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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