American businessman and investor, CEO of Guggenheim Partners
Slate Auto has unveiled a no‑frills electric pickup starting at $24,950 and a two‑row SUV conversion from $29,950. The company has opened preorders with $300 deposits, said the base truck uses a 63 kWh LFP battery and rear‑wheel drive, and has increased its EPA range estimate to about 205 miles; production is scheduled to begin late 2026.