Jeff Bezos-backed startup Slate Auto is generating buzz with its upcoming electric vehicles, including a compact pickup truck priced at around $25,000. ## Testing on Public Streets The company has been spotted testing prototypes of its electric truck and SUV on public streets, camouflaged with wraps that add a touch of humor to the vehicles. One prototype featured a “CryShare” logo and a binkie on the hood, while another had a purple wrap with cat logos promoting “feline therapy.”
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Slate Auto aims to undercut current mass-market trucks with its two-seat pickup truck. The company has secured $111 million in Series A funding, with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos contributing to the investment. ## Official Debut The official launch of Slate Auto’s electric truck is set for April 24, promising to reveal more details about the vehicle’s specifications and capabilities.
