What type of battery does the Slate Truck use?
Slate had made arrangements in 2025 to buy its batteries from a Georgia company, then switched this year to an Illnois firm with a different kind of technology.
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6 Google Maps features that work better on Android Auto vs. CarPlay
You would think that Maps would be the same regardless of your phone's brand, but there are some differences between the Android Auto and CarPlay experiences.
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Android Auto could upset your work-life balance with its next update
A hidden toggle buried in the Android Auto app's code isn't functional yet. Here's what it could do, what it might not, and what Google hasn't said so far.
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The biggest problem with trying to directly power EVs with solar roofs
Solar roofs promise a future where EVs rarely need plugging in, but turning that vision into reality presents some surprisingly difficult challenges.
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The Slate vs Ford Fathom debate might be settled by this one key tech feature
Slate and Ford are both building affordable electric pickups, and that means compromises. But the two automakers are taking very different paths to get there.
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Why you should never point a laser pointer at any aircraft
Unfortunately, some people need to hear this.
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General Motors agrees to pay $220 million to settle multi-state data privacy lawsuit
GM has settled the Smart Driver program lawsuit brought by 35 attorneys general.
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Harley-Davidson's electric motorbike brand has 'substantial doubt' about its future
LiveWire warns that it may not survive its current financial difficulties.
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Waymo and Toyota will soon start testing their robotaxis in Japan
Waymo and Toyota will start testing autonomous bZ4X vehicles in Japan next year. (edited)
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This one missing feature from the Slate truck might be a dealbreaker for truck enthusiasts
The Slate Truck is known for offering hundreds of customization options, but one common truck option isn't available (yet.)
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How to change and customize your Android Auto display
Tailor your tech to fit your daily drive seamlessly.
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Slate teams up with Smarties to add candy colors to its EV trucks
Fancy making your Slate EV look like halloween candy? Now you can.
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What are the leading causes of EV battery damage?
Charging behaviors and heat are the things to pay attention to.
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What are the downsides of a foldable electric bike?
The foldable form factor comes with some trade-offs.
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Why your EV battery still loses charge while it's parked
Electric vehicles lose battery when they're left unused for long periods. There are a number of reasons why, and some might be totally out of your control.
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What kind of cooling system do EV batteries use and how does it work?
Electric cars need incredibly large batteries that offer long driving ranges and charge quickly, but remain cool when under load. This is how they do so.
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Tesla says it will no longer release the Cybertruck in Australia and New Zealand
People who reserved the Cybertruck in Australia and New Zealand will soon get a refund, because Tesla now won’t release it there.
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Tesla plans to start selling Cybercabs by the end of the year
Tesla wants to sell Cybercabs to other transport companies before the year ends.
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Subaru is dropping gas cars for EVs in Europe by the end of 2027
Subaru will halt the sale of gas-powered vehicles in favor of an all-electric lineup in Europe no later than 2027.
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How to stop audio from auto-playing on Android Auto
Although Android Auto's autoplay feature is intended to be a convenience, you may find yourself wanting to turn it off. Here's how.
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Here's how we would build out the perfect modular electric Slate truck
A Bronco for the modern age.
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Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment
Basically, it's on you.
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iOS 27's new CarPlay features are great, but only these iPhones can actually use them
With the release of iOS 27, car owners with CarPlay support can enjoy lots of cool new features. However, not all iPhone models are able to support them all.
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The Tesla Roadster is far from the first car to use fans for downforce
Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.
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You might be surprised by how much the Slate truck can carry
Don't underestimate this compact pickup.
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These common charging habits could be degrading your EV battery
EVs, with their enormous batteries, can suffer if they're charged in the wrong way. Here's what you should keep in mind when you next juice your vehicle.
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The Tesla Roadster should go into production in 2028, but don't get your hopes up
I drive upside down on the boulevard of broken dreams.
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