Slate, the electric truck startup founded by former Tesla executives, has begun communicating delivery timelines to customers who have placed orders for its budget-friendly $25,000 electric pickup. The announcement comes as the company works to build momentum in a market dominated by far more expensive EV trucks, positioning itself as an affordable alternative for everyday buyers. The move signals that Slate is moving from the pre-order phase toward actual production, though the company has faced questions about its ability to meet cost targets and scale manufacturing. For consumers watching the electric vehicle space, Slate's progress — or lack thereof — has become a bellwether for whether truly affordable EV trucks can be brought to market.
Slate tells customers when to expect the earliest deliveries of its $25K electric truck Business Insider
