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The underlying trick to this, in part, is the fact that Tesla's making exactly 4 models (S3XY). The models are long-lived. This lets them invest in specialize
by lallysingh 4y ago
The underlying trick to this, in part, is the fact that Tesla's making exactly 4 models (S3XY). The models are long-lived. This lets them invest in specialized parts that reduce the cost (significantly!) of their vehicle. I read a stat somewhere that the Y takes 10 hours to build.
Disclaimer: I respect Tesla's manufacturing prowess, I despise the self driving claims, and think the vehicles are hideous.
- sliken 4y agoIndeed. Much like Apple. Apple has 4 ish laptops, that generally don't change much year to year. Compared to Dell or HP who have MANY more models, often seems like 4 models or so per market (edu, business, consumer, gaming, etc.) and are refreshed often. Agreed on the self driving. Not a big fan of the Tesla look, but after living with one I'm a fan. Then again I've had some ugly cars, early Acura GSR (with the tiny headlights), early Subaru WRX, and early Forester Turbo. None would win any beauty contests. Model 3 generally seems like the look is determined by a wind tunnel. At least the model S (at least in some trims) is pleasantly curvy and has some style.