Slate Auto: Everything you need to know about the Bezos-backed EV startup
Slate auto burst onto the scene in April 2025. Here is a timeline that covers its origins, backers, product, and other new details.
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Rivian spinoff Also raises another $200M to build e-bikes and more
Also, the micromobility startup that spun out of Rivian this year, was raised $200 million from Greenoaks Capital.
The tech behind Rivian’s 2026 Quad-Motor truck and SUV — and that kick turn
Rivian has opened customer orders for its second-generation quad-motor R1S and R1T EVs.
Slate Auto drops ‘under $20,000’ pricing after Trump administration ends federal EV tax credit
Slate Auto has updated its website after Congress passed President Trump’s tax cut bill, which will eliminate the federal EV tax credit.
Tesla faces second straight year of falling sales after another bad quarter
Tesla sales fell more than 13% compared to last year as the company struggles to find demand for its aging lineup, and as CEO Elon Musk continues to damage the brand.
Rivian receives the next $1B from Volkswagen as sales struggles continue
Rivian sales ticked back up in Q2 but were down 23% from the same quarter last year. The company has been dealing with affordability issues made worse by Trump’s tariffs and trade wars.
The electric Hummer is almost outselling the F-150 Lightning
GM’s EVs were popular in the second quarter, a complete contrast to the struggles by Ford, Tesla, Hyundai, and Kia to grow electric vehicle sales.
Ford EV sales fall 31% while hybrids rise
Ford sold fewer EVs in the second quarter, but a rise in hybrid vehicle sales.
Tesla sends driverless Model Y from factory to customer to promote its robotaxi tech
The car traveled around 15 miles on highways, surface streets, and even a roundabout. But many questions remain about the stunt.