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Slate Auto Raises $650M for Affordable Electric Trucks
InnovationApr 13

Slate Auto Raises $650M for Affordable Electric Trucks

A startup is betting big on making electric trucks affordable for everyday Americans, raising $650 million to build pickups starting in the mid-$20,000s. With over 160,000 reservations already, Slate Auto plans to start production by late 2026.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's $30,000 Electric Truck Hits Detroit Roads in 2027
InnovationJun 9

Ford's $30,000 Electric Truck Hits Detroit Roads in 2027

Ford is testing affordable electric pickup trucks on Detroit streets ahead of a 2027 launch. The $30,000 midsize truck aims to make EVs as affordable as gas-powered vehicles.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Affordable EV Truck Gets $650M Boost, Eyes Year-End Launch
InnovationMay 8

Affordable EV Truck Gets $650M Boost, Eyes Year-End Launch

Slate Auto is making real progress on its promised $25,000 electric truck, with robots now installed and parts testing underway at its Indiana factory. If everything stays on track, the no-frills customizable pickup could start rolling off the line by December.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives Next Year
InnovationMay 5

Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives Next Year

After a tough year of setbacks, Ford is pushing forward with an affordable electric pickup that could finally match gas trucks on price. The new model will cost around $30,000 and travel 300 miles on a single charge.

Google News - Business2 min read
Ford Targets $30K Electric Truck to Beat China Competition
InnovationMay 6

Ford Targets $30K Electric Truck to Beat China Competition

Ford is developing an affordable electric pickup truck with a $30,000 price tag, aiming to compete with incoming Chinese EVs and make electric vehicles accessible to everyday Americans. The compact truck, built on a new back-to-basics platform, could arrive as soon as 2026.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Indiana Factory Nears Launch of $25K Electric Truck
InnovationMay 7

Indiana Factory Nears Launch of $25K Electric Truck

A Jeff Bezos-backed startup just finished installing factory robots in Warsaw, Indiana, setting the stage for an affordable electric truck that starts under $26,000. Production could begin by year's end if final testing goes as planned.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Startup Raises $650M for $25K Electric Truck
SolutionsApr 13

Startup Raises $650M for $25K Electric Truck

A new electric vehicle company just secured major funding to build an affordable truck that could shake up the car market. With over 160,000 reservations already, Slate Auto is betting Americans want basic, budget-friendly EVs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Truck Takes Aim at Gas Prices
SolutionsFeb 18

Ford's $30K Electric Truck Takes Aim at Gas Prices

Ford is launching an affordable electric truck next year for $30,000, using Formula 1 engineering tricks and 3D-printed parts to make EVs accessible to everyday drivers. The company says it will get 50 more miles per charge than a gas-powered pickup.

TechCrunch3 min read
Slate Raises $650M for $20K Electric Pickup Truck
Planet WinsApr 13

Slate Raises $650M for $20K Electric Pickup Truck

An electric vehicle startup just raised $650 million to build an affordable pickup truck starting in the mid-$20,000s, potentially making EVs accessible to millions more Americans. Pre-orders open in June, with the first deliveries expected later this year.

The Verge2 min read
$25K Electric Truck Brings 2,000 Jobs to Indiana Town
InnovationApr 22

$25K Electric Truck Brings 2,000 Jobs to Indiana Town

A Michigan startup just secured $650 million to build America's most affordable electric pickup truck in Warsaw, Indiana, creating 2,000 manufacturing jobs in a former vacant printing plant. Pre-orders open in June for the $25,000 modular EV that buyers can customize themselves.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford Plans $30,000 Electric Truck Built Like Legos
InnovationFeb 18

Ford Plans $30,000 Electric Truck Built Like Legos

Ford is promising an affordable electric truck starting at $30,000 next year, using 3D-printed modular parts and Formula 1 engineering tricks to compete with Chinese automakers. After a $19.5 billion loss and ending production of the Lightning, the company is betting on a revolutionary manufacturing approach to make electric vehicles profitable.

Google News - Business3 min read
Ford Launches 5 Affordable Vehicles Under $40K by 2030
InnovationFeb 7

Ford Launches 5 Affordable Vehicles Under $40K by 2030

Ford just announced plans to fill American factories with five brand-new affordable vehicles by 2030, all priced under $40,000. The lineup includes an electric pickup starting at just $30,000, marking a major shift toward making EVs accessible to everyday drivers.

Electrek2 min read
Ford Builds $30K Electric Truck With Smarter Battery Tech
SolutionsFeb 18

Ford Builds $30K Electric Truck With Smarter Battery Tech

Ford is proving that smaller can be better when it comes to electric vehicle batteries. The automaker is using innovations from a tiny startup to build a more affordable electric truck launching in 2027.

Fast Company2 min read
Chinese Electric Trucks Now Hauling Cargo Across Germany
InnovationJun 4

Chinese Electric Trucks Now Hauling Cargo Across Germany

A Chinese manufacturer just started delivering long-haul electric trucks in Europe, offering over 300 miles of range and an eight-year battery warranty. The move brings more affordable zero-emission options to European freight operators.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Slate Auto Raises $650M to Build $20K Electric Trucks
InnovationApr 13

Slate Auto Raises $650M to Build $20K Electric Trucks

A scrappy American EV startup just secured enough funding to bring a genuinely affordable electric truck to market by 2026. Slate Auto's fresh $650 million will help turn an Indiana factory into a production powerhouse creating over 2,000 jobs.

Electrek2 min read
This $38K Bare-Bones EV Truck Is Winning Over Americans
InnovationJun 9

This $38K Bare-Bones EV Truck Is Winning Over Americans

While Ferrari's flashy electric car flopped, a Jeff Bezos-backed startup just launched something completely different: a no-frills compact truck with no AC that Americans actually want. The affordable Slate truck could finally crack the code on getting everyday drivers to go electric.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
California Launches $1B Rebate for Electric Trucks
VideosMay 25

California Launches $1B Rebate for Electric Trucks

California just rolled out the largest utility-backed rebate program in the nation to help businesses afford electric trucks, with incentives up to $120,000 per vehicle. The billion-dollar California Clean Fuel Reward program aims to clean the air while making zero-emission commercial vehicles affordable for fleets of all sizes.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Electric Truck Cuts Costs 84% on Australia Canberra Run
InnovationMay 28

Electric Truck Cuts Costs 84% on Australia Canberra Run

An all-electric semi-truck just hauled tons of cargo 186 miles from Canberra to Sydney on a single charge, slashing fuel costs by 84% and arriving 25 minutes faster than diesel trucks. The milestone proves long-haul trucking can go green without sacrificing speed or savings.

Good News Network2 min read
Volvo Electric Semi Trucks Now Go 430 Miles on One Charge
InnovationApr 17

Volvo Electric Semi Trucks Now Go 430 Miles on One Charge

Volvo just launched electric semi trucks that can travel up to 430 miles on a single charge, matching the range and productivity of traditional diesel trucks. The breakthrough means long-haul trucking can finally go fully electric without compromise.

Electrek2 min read
New Hybrid Truck Tech Cuts Emissions Up to 73%
InnovationApr 20

New Hybrid Truck Tech Cuts Emissions Up to 73%

A new hybrid transmission system for big trucks could slash carbon emissions by nearly three-quarters in delivery routes while keeping costs practical for trucking companies. The breakthrough offers a real-world bridge to cleaner transport without forcing fleets to go fully electric overnight.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read

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