GoKawiilSlate reveals cargo and towing specs for its $24,950 electric pickup
Slate Auto has disclosed capacity details for its upcoming low-cost electric truck, due to ship by late 2026. The base model starts at $24,950, undercutting rivals like the Chevy Bolt and Ford F-150, while still offering meaningful cargo space, though its towing capacity is limited to around 2,000 pounds.
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The pricing positions Slate as a budget alternative in a market where even compact EVs often exceed $27,000, potentially widening access to electric trucks for cost-conscious buyers. However, the modest towing limit suggests the truck may not suit heavy-duty work compared to established gas-powered pickups, which could shape which buyers it actually attracts.
- Slate's truck starts at $24,950, undercutting the Chevy Bolt and Ford F-150.
- The truck offers notable cargo space despite its low price.
- Its towing capacity, around 2,000 pounds, trails traditional work trucks.
Source: engadget.com — Roger Fingas, 2026-10-17
Published there as: “You might be surprised by how much the Slate truck can carry”
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