Here's How The Slate Truck Gets Software Updates Without Built-In Infotainment

Using your phone to phone home.

Slate

The Slate truck doesn't just lack an infotainment system. The base version of the EV also skips a radio, speakers, power windows and even a paint job (hello, vinyl). But without built-in cellular, the truck can still get over-the-air (OTA) software updates. It does so by piggybacking on your device.

Maximum minimalism

Slate

Slate Auto's approach to minimalism isn't just a design choice. It's also the core of the company's business model: it…