Is there anything SM could offer to get you to switch from EREV to BEV?

[LastDayScout]

I think too many people are looking at the Slate wrong. Or are just looking for a reason to tear it down for some reason. It is a small inexpensive electric truck that will be fun to own and drive. Why can't people just appreciate that?

Here is just some of the criticism I have seen that I find ridiculous:

• It is too small (yes, I have seen this complaint multiple times )
• It only has 150 miles of range (a larger battery is an option)
• It has roll up windows (power windows are an option)
• It can't tow X-lbs (how many vehicles this size can tow that much?)
• It doesn't have AWD (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down)
• It doesn't have a radio or speakers (both area available as options)
• It doesn't have an screen for controls (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down. You use your phone or a tablet)

Slate has never claimed that it will be as capable as a full sized truck, yet people criticize it because it can't do "truck things". Why? Name another new electric vehicle this size at this price point that can do "big truck things".

I like it especially for what it is. I do not like the Bezos association, but that is another story.

 

[Scout_Lookout]

I think too many people are looking at the Slate wrong. Or are just looking for a reason to tear it down for some reason. It is a small inexpensive electric truck that will be fun to own and drive. Why can't people just appreciate that?

Here is just some of the criticism I have seen that I find ridiculous:

• It is too small (yes, I have seen this complaint multiple times )
• It only has 150 miles of range (a larger battery is an option)
• It has roll up windows (power windows are an option)
• It can't tow X-lbs (how many vehicles this size can tow that much?)
• It doesn't have AWD (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down)
• It doesn't have a radio or speakers (both area available as options)
• It doesn't have an screen for controls (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down. You use your phone or a tablet)

Slate has never claimed that it will be as capable as a full sized truck, yet people criticize it because it can't do "truck things". Why? Name another new electric vehicle this size at this price point that can do "big truck things".

Completely valid argument, and you're right.

Slate has never claimed to be anything but practical and fun. If you want a full size truck...go get one.

 

[BeerParty]

I like it especially for what it is. I do not like the Bezos association, but that is another story.

If you look at the details, you will find out that Bezos is not involved in Slate. One of his companies participated in the Series A round funding for Slate. I think the article writers keep mentioning his name since it will lead to more clicks. From a Newsweek article (even they include "Bezos" in the article title):

The funding comes from Bezos Expeditions, General Catalyst and TWG Global, among other investors though the amount each firm provided is unconfirmed.

 

[R1TVT]

I think too many people are looking at the Slate wrong.

Context is important. I think it's more like the context may be off here (since we're on a Scout forum). I don't see it as "tearing down" - more like apples and oranges.

If this was a Canoo or Alphamotors forum, i bet the responses to the Slate might be different - those are small, inexpensive EV's (not sure that either of those two companies are still kicking though).

 

[LastDayScout]

If you look at the details, you will find out that Bezos is not involved in Slate. One of his companies participated in the Series A round funding for Slate. I think the article writers keep mentioning his name since it will lead to more clicks. From a Newsweek article (even they include "Bezos" in the article title):

Good to know!

 

[J Alynn]

Context is important. I think it's more like the context may be off here (since we're on a Scout forum). I don't see it as "tearing down" - more like apples and oranges.

If this was a Canoo or Alphamotors forum, i bet the responses to the Slate might be different - those are small, inexpensive EV's (not sure that either of those two companies are still kicking though).

Completely agree. There are a lot of folks on here complaining about Terra towing when the tasks they are talking about really should be done with a 3/4 ton truck, I agree that apples to oranges in the context to Terra and/or traveler is significantly different as comparisons go

 

[J Alynn]

And as just a personal note, IMHO I think as looks go the slate looks pretty fly to me vs the Scouts but hey-snowflakes and babies, each one is unique and someone will always love one more than another even if it isn’t pretty

 

[SpaceEVDriver]

IMO, the Slate is the nearest thing to a BEV work truck out there. If it had an 7-foot bed, it would be nearly perfect for actual work. And it would still be 34” shorter than the behemoths like the F-150, Terra, Silverado, etc. None of those can be used for real work because they’re all too big to be useful at a job site. Sure, one of the larger trucks might come in handy when you need a heavy load towed to the job site, but after its done its one useful thing, it can be put away and the real work trucks can be put to work.

 

[RodorW]

I think too many people are looking at the Slate wrong. Or are just looking for a reason to tear it down for some reason. It is a small inexpensive electric truck that will be fun to own and drive. Why can't people just appreciate that?

Here is just some of the criticism I have seen that I find ridiculous:

• It is too small (yes, I have seen this complaint multiple times )
• It only has 150 miles of range (a larger battery is an option)
• It has roll up windows (power windows are an option)
• It can't tow X-lbs (how many vehicles this size can tow that much?)
• It doesn't have AWD (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down)
• It doesn't have a radio or speakers (both area available as options)
• It doesn't have an screen for controls (Slate said this was a decision to keep costs down. You use your phone or a tablet)

Slate has never claimed that it will be as capable as a full sized truck, yet people criticize it because it can't do "truck things". Why? Name another new electric vehicle this size at this price point that can do "big truck things".

My issue is slate is it’s gimmick. But the New Bolt is close in price , better range, and you get screens, and convince items, so all the cost cutting for slate is getting you what exactly? A frunk? A a BYO truck? If the range was on par with the bolt for all the cost cutting I could get behind a modern S10 type truck

Also I’m not trying to sound snarky here because I see how this may sound as such. Just stating my opinion/feelings on slate.