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The price of Slate Auto’s electric pickup truck starts at $24,950, according to a news release on the company’s website Wednesday.
The truck is being manufactured in Warsaw at the former RR Donnelley plant along Old 30.
According to the release, the price makes the Slate Auto truck “the most affordable truck in America.” It’s “an innovative, modular platform for customization. Fewer than half the parts of the typical truck. Tactile controls. No touchscreen. Built for the millions of hardworking people looking for a vehicle that will adapt to their changing needs without breaking the bank,” the release states.
“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.”
Slate sells directly to the consumer. Order it as a pickup or as an SUV or convert it after purchase. Slate offers two SUVs, Squareback and Fastback, starting at $29,950.
It has increased range by 37% to an estimated range of 205 miles, the release states, and greater capability for truck stuff. Haul a pair of jet skis, with an increased tow rating up to 2,000 pounds. Payload capacity for the Slate truck has risen to 1,550 pounds.
Owners can personalize their Slate by adding over 200 accessories from the Slate Marketplace, with over 80% under $500, including roof racks, stereos, zip off seat covers and light covers. Over 100 wrap colors at launch, or any custom color you want. Full vehicle wraps cost under $500. Get it wrapped professionally and affordability in hours, not days, the release states.
The Slate truck was engineered from the ground up to be America's least expensive vehicles to purchase, insure and service, according to the release. You can do most repairs yourself using Slate U as your guide. A 10-year and 110,000-mile battery and powertrain warranty has you covered. Access a network of over 3,000 RepairPal shops around the country, including over 100 service centers that can perform high-voltage EV service.
Preorder your Slate on Slate.auto for $300. For existing reservation holders who have paid $50, the preorder cost is only $250. First deliveries expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. Ahead of your delivery date, you’ll be able to personalize and purchase your Slate.
Established in 2022, Slate was founded on a disruptive business model of simplifying the manufacturing process and reindustrializing America. Slates are designed to achieve the highest safety ratings, and will be assembled in Warsaw. Slate will invest nearly $400 million into the factory, create over 2,000 jobs in Warsaw, and contribute up to $39 billion to Indiana’s economy over 20 years, the release states.
