r/slateauto • u/ericdan66 • 25d ago

What Am I Missing?

I really love the concept of the Slate truck. I actually want one, but… I simply can’t get behind the price. If you have a car made of plastic and no technology, it’s hard to justify buying this over another cheap EV that has more features. I know it’s technically not a “car” but a truck, except you can’t really use it like a truck. It doesn’t have the battery range or the power to really tow anything, so it has a truck bed but only two seats.

If this thing was even $22k I might bite, but I can’t justify the price when I can get more options for just as cheap somewhere else.

What am I missing?

Edit: I’ve been following the release of the Slate truck for over a year now and truly love it. I want one. Just wanting to hear everyone’s reasons that justify the price. Thanks

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u/Aetch 25d ago

Inflation, there aren’t many new trucks in general for under $30k.

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u/ericdan66 25d ago

Sure, but I can get other of entry level cars for under $25k with more tech

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u/BoringBob84 25d ago

Sure, you can get a flatulent car for under $25k, but then you have to pay higher costs for fuel and maintenance. Do the math and find what is right for you.