INTRODUCING SLATE MOTORS | TESLA LOOKING TO OUST ELON?

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This episode of Keep on Cybertruckin' introduces Slate Motors, a new manufacturer aiming to disrupt the EV market with an ultra-affordable electric pickup truck priced under $20,000. The hosts are particularly impressed by Slate's modular design, emphasizing its DIY culture, customization potential, and aggressive pricing strategy. They highlight that the base model offers a 52 kWh battery for approximately 150 miles of range, with an option for an 84 kWh battery for around 240 miles. While acknowledging the lack of advanced features like a stereo or advanced driver aids, they see this 'barebones' approach as a strength, appealing to younger buyers, fleet operators, and DIY enthusiasts. The podcast also touches on Jeff Bezos's backing of Slate, the potential for it to be US-built in Indiana, and its unique positioning against established players. The discussion also briefly covers personal EV experiences, including the Hummer EV and Rivian, and speculates on Tesla's board potentially seeking a successor for Elon Musk, though Tesla denies these reports.