US electric-vehicle start-up Slate, backed by Jeff Bezos, has unveiled its first pickup. The entry-level model costs $24,950, making it the most affordable electric truck in America. The vehicle comes with manual windows, no radio and a basic interior. Slate markets the trim as a low-cost option.
Test drives have produced mixed impressions. Reviewers note thin panels, cheap-feel seats and poor sound proofing. The cost-cutting measures are evident in the design. Pre-orders opened this week and Slate expects deliveries later in 2026.