Slate Auto gets serious about privacy for its bare-bones EV pickup
Slate Auto is differentiating its new electric pickup truck by prioritizing user privacy and a minimalist, non-connected design. The vehicle lacks an embedded modem and infotainment system, relying on a local-only smartphone app for vehicle management.
Why it matters
As modern vehicles become increasingly data-heavy, Slate Auto's 'privacy-first' approach offers a unique alternative for consumers concerned about surveillance and data harvesting in the automotive industry.
privacy sells? Slate Auto gets serious about privacy for its bare-bones EV pickup With no embedded modem, the Slate Truck is the antithesis of today s connected cars.
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