SLATE'S SUB-$20K EV REVEALED + WHERE IS TESLA'S CHEAPER CAR? | INSIDEEVS PODCAST EP 21

EV Channels Review

The Slate EV startup has emerged with a unique sub-$20,000 (after tax credit) pickup truck, aiming to disrupt the market with extreme customization. The base model is remarkably barebones, lacking a screen or radio, but this is intentional, allowing buyers to add accessories like wheels, interiors, and even transform the truck into an SUV. This 'build-it-yourself' approach, reminiscent of IKEA furniture, is praised for its innovation and potential to offer affordability. However, the reliance on the federal tax credit and the unknown cost of accessories are significant question marks. While the concept is novel, it contrasts sharply with the feature-rich, low-cost EVs emerging from China. The podcast also touches on CATL's rapid charging battery advancements and Tesla's continued delays in releasing an affordable EV, which is now expected to be a more basic version of the Model Y.