This Bezos-Backed Startup Just Launched America’s Cheapest EV. There’s No Touchscreen or Radio, But Customers Are Lining Up

Slate Auto, a startup funded by Jeff Bezos, has introduced what's being touted as America’s most affordable electric vehicle, eschewing the usual tech-heavy features like touchscreens and radios. Despite its simplicity, the truck is attracting significant interest and long lines of eager customers. This move suggests a possible shift toward value-driven minimalism in the EV market, challenging the norm of packed tech features. The success of this approach could influence future EV designs, emphasizing affordability and essential functionality over frills.