Slate Auto launches new electric truck as US EV sales stay under 10%

Electric‑vehicle (EV) sales in the United States have slipped below the 10 percent threshold of all new‑vehicle purchases, marking a decline from previous years. The slowdown occurs despite the transportation sector accounting for the largest share of the nation’s greenhouse‑gas emissions, a trend that raises concerns among climate analysts and policymakers focused on reducing carbon output.

Slate Auto has introduced a new electric pickup truck that the manufacturer says is designed to address the market gap. The model features a projected range of 300 miles on a single charge, a payload capacity of 1,500 pounds, and fast‑charging capability that restores 80 percent of battery capacity in under an hour. Slate Auto’s chief engineering officer indicated that the truck’s price point targets the mid‑range segment of the pickup market, aiming to attract both commercial fleets and individual buyers. Industry observers note that broader adoption of such vehicles could help raise the overall EV share of new‑car sales, potentially mitigating emissions from the transportation sector.