Tisha Johnson speaks with CDN

Slate Auto talks "sustainable by design"

Tisha Johnson, Slate Auto's thoughtful and passionate designer, speaks to Car Design News about awards, exterior design, merchandise and students

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In December 2025, Slate's head of design Tisha Johnson had to carry several heavy trophies home following her team's wins at the Car Design News People Awards

Sitting down with CDN's deputy editor Freddie Holmes, the former Volvo designer reflected on Slate's recent accolades, the exterior design of its forthcoming electric work truck, and shares some advice for budding car designers.