GoKawiilSlate switches base electric truck to single Gotion LFP battery pack
Slate has replaced its original dual-battery lineup—a 52.7kWh NMC pack from SK On and an optional 84.3kWh version—with one 205-mile LFP battery made by Gotion in Manteno, Illinois. The change keeps the truck's starting price at $24,950 plus a $1,450 destination fee, though the 205-mile range is still a projected estimate pending final EPA certification.
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Switching to a single LFP pack simplifies Slate's production and could lower costs, since LFP chemistry is generally cheaper and more durable than NMC, though it typically has lower energy density. Sourcing the battery from a US-based Gotion plant may also help Slate navigate EV tax credit requirements tied to domestic battery content. The change suggests Slate is prioritizing affordability and supply simplicity over offering multiple range tiers.
- Slate dropped its dual NMC battery options for one Gotion-made LFP pack.
- The new pack offers a projected 205-mile range, pending EPA confirmation.
- Starting price remains $24,950 plus a $1,450 destination fee.
Source: engadget.com — Husain Parvez, 2026-11-03
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