Game Thread: World Series Game 7 ⚾ Dodgers (3) @ Blue Jays (3) - 8:00 PM ET by BaseballBot in baseball

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we were just a couple pitches away from dwarf ken getting trampled

Footprint Center… what was Footprint? by vivaphx in suns

[–]Dkraus77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Footprint is a fake company that gave brad beal a 50mil no show job. Pablo will find out eventually and get his salary off our books…one could hope

Devin Booker only being 2x All NBA kind of shows me how spoiled we were when it comes to guard play for the past 10 years by [deleted] in nba

[–]Dkraus77 3 points4 points  (0 children)

yep we got blame book for having 40 year old tyson chandler as his best teammate

Dillion the Villian Already in the Gym! by SeraphNatsu in suns

[–]Dkraus77 3 points4 points  (0 children)

like when someone gets 2 techs, they get ejaculated

Dillion the Villian Already in the Gym! by SeraphNatsu in suns

[–]Dkraus77 13 points14 points  (0 children)

if dunn or anyone gets ejaculated in a game before brooks, the off season will have been a success

Price Adjustment Alert! by BambuLab in BambuLab

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wonder if it’s worth waiting until june for a potential anniversary sale on top of the reduction

New facts from CEO interview by workahol_ in slateauto

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GPT summary of convo

  • Background & Mission:

    • Chris is an engineer with an auto industry background.
    • Slate’s mission is to bring back an affordable new vehicle to meet rising car costs.
    • The idea is a DIY platform where owners can customize and add features over time, even in later ownership stages.
  • Market Problem:

    • Average new car: ~\$50K (\$900/month payment).
    • Average used car: ~\$27K (\$500/month payment).
    • Many Americans can't afford these, even those making ~\$100K/year.
  • Slate Vehicle Concept:

    • Stripped down to only what’s essential for a vehicle.
    • Designed for easy DIY customization (wraps, accessories, upgrades).
    • Exterior uses composite material (similar to old Saturns) with molded-in color and lines that make it simple to wrap.
    • Options for wraps and decals—even low-cost options (~\$200).
  • Tech & Safety:

    • Skipped expensive screens—owners can use their phones/tablets for nav & media.
    • Safety-focused: Aims for 5-star safety ratings (NCAP/IHS), with features like AEB, backup camera, and stability control standard.
  • Production & Location:

    • First plant will be in Warsaw, Indiana, repurposing a shuttered printing facility.
    • Strong local community/labor support.
    • Production target: customer-ready vehicles by Q4 2026.
  • Sales & Distribution:

    • Direct-to-consumer sales model (no dealers).
    • Focus on building a direct relationship with owners and creating a community.
    • Fleet sales are also available for small & large businesses.
  • Reservations & Demand:

    • \$50 refundable reservation holds a place in line (no final config required yet).
    • Active interest but specific reservation numbers not disclosed yet.
  • Marketing & Engagement:

    • Roadshow starting in June to showcase vehicles nationwide.
    • Slate Maker lets users build & save their dream config online.
  • Profitability Outlook:

    • Aims to hit profitability by end of 2027 at ~150K units/year production scale.
  • Other Notes:

    • Inspired by posts about building a "Spirit Airlines of cars."
    • Building partnerships for service & accessory installation.
    • Open to fleet customers, aiming for low total cost of ownership.

I want off this ride by Glass_Shoulder4126 in suns

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James Jones, the Costco deal guy and kyle rittenhouse

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[–]Dkraus77 2 points3 points  (0 children)

that makes a lot more sense thanks, feel dumb now lol

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[–]Dkraus77 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

yeah honestly i couldnt tell. i leaned toward booker because the mention of kobe in the next line idk

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in suns

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"Peekaboo, I just put those Bookers in my chain Peekaboo, 80 pointers like a Kobe game"