US EV start-up Slate, supported by Jeff Bezos, has unveiled its first pickup. The base model costs $24,950, making it the cheapest electric truck in America. The vehicle comes with manual windows, absent radio and a simple interior. Slate markets the trim as a low-cost option.
Test drives have produced divided impressions. Reviewers note flimsy panels, cheap-feel seats and limited sound proofing. The cost-cutting measures are evident in the design. Pre-orders began this week and Slate expects deliveries later in 2026.