Slate's electric pickup comes at a price that should make Ford and Tesla nervous

Slate’s electric pickup comes at a price that should make Ford and Tesla nervous focuses on the company’s confirmed entry-level cost and its “simplicity-first” strategy. Slate has stated its long-awaited electric pickup will start at $24,950, positioning it as one of the cheapest EVs currently on sale in America. The article notes that the truck has been teased for months, and the final pricing eliminates earlier uncertainty, including expectations that it could fall under $20,000 when a $7,500 federal tax rebate was available. It contrasts Slate’s approach with typical EV trends, saying it avoids large touchscreens and luxury-heavy features while emphasizing modest capability and customization. The piece also references Ford teasing a separate $30,000 EV pickup with a “hidden” website, framing Slate’s price point as a competitive challenge.