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Electric vehicle startup Slate Autos took the industry by surprise last year with a clear mission — to produce an affordable, American-made electric pickup truck that could be configured in multiple ways. Yet, the exact pricing details remained under wraps long after its April 2025 debut. The uncertainty only grew when the federal government removed the EV tax credit Slate had counted on to bring its first model to market for under $20,000.

Now, Slate has finally revealed what buyers can expect to pay — at least partially. On Wednesday, the company announced that the base version of its truck, the two-door pickup called “The Blank Slate,” will start at $24,950 before destination charges. The “Squareback SUV” version begins at $29,950, while the “Fastback SUV,” reminiscent of the classic Bronco design, will be priced from $31,950, all before destination fees.

However, there’s an important catch. At Road & Track, we always include destination charges when quoting a vehicle’s price since they are an unavoidable part of the purchase. Currently, Slate has not confirmed the final out-the-door cost. The company’s website notes that the listed prices “exclude taxes, title, license, registration, governmental fees, destination charges, documentation fees, and any optional equipment.” According to Car and Driver, Slate mentioned that these extra costs would be “minimal,” likely meaning under $1,000, which would keep the actual base price below $26,000.

Of course, choosing a body style is just the beginning for Slate buyers. The brand offers a wide range of customization options that make even Porsche’s online configurator seem modest. A full-body wrap — the only official way to change color, since all Slates come in a base slate gray — starts at $499.99, with partial wraps costing less. There’s also a selection of vibrant decals priced between $59.99 and $589.99. A tail-mounted spare tire carrier costs $549.99, and all-terrain tires are available separately. Inside, integrated speakers start at $249.99, though power windows are not yet offered. All these upgrades can, in principle, be installed by the owner after purchase.

In essence, while Slate’s base truck is priced comparably to an entry-level Honda Civic, adding options can quickly raise the total closer to that of other electric vehicles such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Ford Mustang Mach-E — or even internal combustion alternatives like the Ford Maverick or Jeep Wrangler. Furthermore, the company currently has no plans to introduce an all-wheel-drive version, so even a rugged off-road build will still deliver 180 horsepower only to the rear wheels.

Slate also shared an encouraging technical update on Wednesday. The truck’s battery capacity has been increased from 53 kWh to 63 kWh, which now provides a claimed range of up to 205 miles — a notable improvement from the earlier 150-mile estimate. There is, however, no mention yet of the previously discussed 84-kWh battery option. The truck is equipped with a NACS charging port compatible with Tesla Superchargers, so testing the company’s claimed 30-minute 20-to-80 percent fast-charging time should be straightforward for most buyers.