Jay Leno’s Garage: The $25K EV Truck You Can Repair Yourself: Meet The Slate Truck

Discussion in 'EV (Electric Vehicle) Discussion' started by Tideland Prius, Feb 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM.

  1. Tideland Prius

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    #1 Tideland Prius, Feb 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM
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    Fantastic! But I won’t be sucked in by bozo again
     
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    I just watched that video. I think I've fallen in love with the Slate Pickup!

    I'm wondering if I really can get at least the $3,250 worth of Colorado State incentives. I'm also curious if the Vehicle Exchange Colorado (VXC) Program could also maybe help get me as much as $6,000 to $9,000 more.

    I don't know. Maybe someone should talk me out of wanting to buy one.
     
    #3 Isaac Zachary, Feb 5, 2026 at 12:56 AM
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    My only complaint is with the owner of the company.
     
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    OK; If you've got $25+K burning a hole in your pocket - why not buy a gently abused real truck 80's or older. Swap in electronic ignition and TBI or multiport fuel injection, if your feeling frisky - to make it reliable. That'll save you a ton of cash and you end up with a real truck for real work. It would be a lot safer too, if someone hits you.

    Just my two cents......
     
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