WILL SLATE PICKUP FAIL? NEW FERRARI REVEAL, FUTURE CLASSICS PEOPLE HATE NOW! THIS CAR POD! EP58

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This episode of THIS CAR POD! delves into the exciting Ferrari 296 Speciale, a lighter, more powerful, and aerodynamically enhanced version of the 296. With 868 horsepower and significant downforce, it promises exhilarating performance, though its expected $500,000 price tag positions it as a 'bargain' compared to the SF90. A notable interior update includes the return of physical buttons on the steering wheel, a welcome change from previous capacitive touch controls. The discussion then shifts to the ambitious new EV startup, Slate, and its minimalist, customizable pickup truck. While the concept of simplicity and affordability (under $20k after incentives) is appealing, the panel critiques its two-door configuration, lack of standard features like a radio and paint, and a projected final price of $35,000 for a well-equipped model, which they deem uncompetitive against the Ford Maverick. The episode also touches on Porsche's potential road-legal 963 race car, AMG's upcoming EV, and the future of BMW's six-cylinder engines.