Post your Slate build configurations!

[CosmicSlate]

I have no idea what Slate will ultimately be, but I love the courage and innovation to do autos differently and I think their business model could really appeal to a younger, less affluent generation of buyers. My Rivian is amazing, but my 35-yr-old self could never have afforded it. A personalized Slate though? Yeah, I could have swung that back then. It's an awesome concept. I'm in!

And with that, I present the Cosmic Slate version 1.0 (I'm sure many more configurations will follow). If you want to configure your own, I strongly encourage a visit to their website: www.slate.auto.

 

[CosmicSlate]

(I posted this to the Rivian Forum, but wanted to crosspost it here as well.)

I placed a reservation last night and I just received an email encouraging me to "Make" my Slate in the configurator (clearly Slate hasn't seen the post of my super incredible Cosmic Slate above and have so far missed being dazzled by my design skills).

I think this concept - approachable, bare-bones EV truck - is a play to capture the "Maker Space/Maker Culture" of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. A younger generation of buyers who might start to reject the culture that was imposed on them (screens everywhere, etc) and make purchasing decisions that are the opposite of their parents and grandparents (so much "instant garbage" purchases, excess at every turn, etcetera and so forth).

Every generation creates a new sense of what is "theirs" and what is "cool" by often rejecting what existed when they arrived. Perhaps Slate is tapping into a youth culture zeitgeist with a basic EV that will be cool simply because it's simple. And customizable. Imagine the maker culture possibilities around their basic offerings. So much possibility and so innovative. An Etsy-style store with a company that actually promotes doing things differently and doesn't discourage modifications? I love it!

 

[s0ysauce]

Can't decide, but here's what I'm working with.

 

[Liontracks]

So many choices for sure. Here's two ideas I wouldn't mind trying out.

 

[SlatePower]

If they're promising no paint and only wraps it will be interesting to see what they will let customers come up with if anything.

 

[AndyS_OSU]

Eagerly awaiting pricing for all these customizations but exciting to play around with it for now.

 

[BurritoBae]

Hi y'all!

I heard about Slate through a crosspost on the Maverick Truck Club forum. My husband and I love the Mav, we've bought two in the past. And when I showed my husband the elevator pitch video for Slate, like me, he was instantly intrigued. 👀

While it really will come down to pricing, I love the concept of Slate! The US needs more affordable vehicles, that still perform and provide functionality for everyday use. And we should be embracing EV's and smaller vehicles as a whole, so I'm onboard with all that. If we order a Slate, it won't be replacing our Maverick, but it would be a companion vehicle; something that can be used for small trips around town or work commutes. And the DIY aspect of Slate is also fun and refreshing to see!

I'm fine with the stripped down vehicle, but the one thing I can see myself actively disliking is that there are only two doors, regardless of body configuration. That will make loading babies into car seats very cumbersome and I promised myself I wouldn't own another 2-door vehicle again... And yet, Slate might win me over. We'll see. 🤞

Anyways, I'm happy to be part of this community and keep an eye on Slate news! Here is our current build. We are calling her "Gypsy" after Gypsy Danger in Pacific Rim (yes, we are nerds!). 🤖

👇Link to our build, if you feel like interacting with it.
https://www.slate.auto/share/S33K16