Slate Auto has set the price of its electric Slate Truck at $24,950, a figure the company says makes it the most affordable truck in America. The single-motor, rear-wheel-drive pickup is sold direct to consumers through Slate Auto and can be ordered as a pickup or an SUV, or converted after purchase. The company reports an estimated 205 miles of range — up 37% from earlier projections — along with a 2,000-pound tow rating and 1,550 pounds of payload capacity.
Highlights
- Pickup priced at $24,950; the Squareback and Fastback SUVs start at $29,950.
- Estimated 205-mile range, a 37% increase over earlier figures, from a 65-kWh LFP battery (63 kWh usable).
- Tow rating up to 2,000 pounds and payload up to 1,550 pounds on the pickup.
- More than 200 accessories on the Slate Marketplace, over 80% priced under $500; preorders open at $300, with first deliveries expected Q4 2026.
Pricing and Ordering
The Slate Truck starts at $24,950, with the two SUV body styles — Squareback and Fastback — starting at $29,950. Slate sells direct to consumers, and buyers can order the vehicle as a pickup or an SUV or convert it after purchase. Preorders are open at $300; existing reservation holders who previously paid $50 pay $250. The company reports more than 180,000 reservation holders, with first deliveries expected Q4 2026.
“More than 180,000 reservation holders have told us they’re ready for a vehicle that’s affordable, reliable, and built around their lives,” said Slate CEO Peter Faricy. “Slate gives customers the freedom to buy only what they need today and personalize their vehicle as their needs change tomorrow. We’re excited to start seeing Slates on roads across America later this year.”
Range, Power, and Charging
Slate reports an estimated 205 miles of range for the pickup, a 37% increase over earlier projections. The figure is based on an approximation of the EPA test cycle and is not an official EPA estimate; actual range varies with temperature, driving habits, accessories, and battery conditions. The truck uses a single rear-mounted motor driving the rear wheels, fed by a 65-kWh LFP battery with 63 kWh usable. Output is 181 horsepower (135 kW) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm), with an estimated 0–60 mph time of 8.0 seconds and a 90-mph top speed.
Charging runs through a standard NACS port and an 11-kW onboard charger. On a 120-kW DC fast charger, Slate estimates a 20–80% charge in half an hour; a Level 2 AC charge from 20–100% takes about four hours.
Key Specifications (Pickup)
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Battery | 65 kWh (63 kWh usable), LFP |
| Drivetrain | Single rear motor, RWD |
| Power / torque | 181 hp (135 kW) / 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) |
| Estimated range | 205 miles |
| 0–60 mph (est.) | 8.0 sec |
| Top speed (est.) | 90 mph |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb |
| Max payload | 1,550 lb |
| Curb weight | 4,048 lb |
| Charging | 11-kW onboard, NACS; 120-kW DC 20–80% in 0.5 hr |
Personalization on the Marketplace
The Slate Marketplace offers more than 200 accessories, with over 80% priced under $500, including roof racks, stereos, zip-off seat covers, and light covers. More than 100 wrap colors are available at launch, with custom colors offered as well; full vehicle wraps cost under $500 and can be applied professionally in hours.
Ownership and Service
Slate is built around owner serviceability, with most repairs designed to be performed by owners using the company’s Slate U guides. The vehicle carries a 10-year/110,000-mile battery and powertrain warranty. For service beyond DIY, Slate routes owners to a network of more than 3,000 RepairPal shops nationwide, including over 100 service centers equipped for high-voltage EV work.
Manufacturing
Founded in 2022, Slate will assemble the truck at a reindustrialized factory in Warsaw, Indiana. The company plans to invest nearly $400 million in the site, create more than 2,000 jobs, and contribute up to $39 billion to Indiana’s economy over 20 years.
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