
Bollinger Motors Shuts Down: Mullen Automotive’s Troubles
Bollinger Motors, maker of the B4 electric truck, shuts down amid lawsuits and funding issues. Mullen Automotive CEO David Michery vows to repay unpaid wages. Michigan grant unmet milestones.

Bollinger Motors, maker of the B4 electric truck, shuts down amid lawsuits and funding issues. Mullen Automotive CEO David Michery vows to repay unpaid wages. Michigan grant unmet milestones.

Tesla considers a smaller Cybertruck amidst EV truck competition from GM, Ford, and Ram. The Cybertruck faces sales challenges due to price and design while other companies work on more affordable midsize trucks.

The Slate EV truck bed can handle plywood, but overhang is expected. It boasts a 1,433-pound haul capacity and a 50-inch width. Manufacturing starts late 2026. Electric with frunk storage.

It was released in the second half of January and includes improvements to the vehicle alarm, Apple Music integration and driveability in reverse, as well as several bug fixes.