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“Monopoly” is a bit strong. They’re the market leader because they’ve excelled at it. What anti-competitive tactics have they used?

• mensetmanusman 3y ago
  They are a natural monopoly; nothing wrong with dominating and providing the best value, but we note when monopolies occur because bureaucracies tend to naturally exploit them.
  • bhpm 3y ago
    Monopoly by what metric? What’s the difference between being a market leader and a monopoly? Investopedia defines a natural monopoly like this: “A natural monopoly is a type of monopoly in an industry or sector with high barriers to entry and start-up costs that prevent any rivals from competing.” But there are many rivals to Tesla in this space. ChargePoint, ElectrifyAmerica, and even a start-up called Volta that does free ad-supported EV charging. Shell bought them earlier this year. KBB lists a ton more, including regional ones: https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/ev-charging-networks-list/ https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/ev-charging-networks-list/
    • notyofriend 3y ago
      Tesla locked in most teslas into their own network for one. Its theoretically possible to use another one but it would be difficult and cumbersome
      • bhpm 3y ago
        The J1772 Adapter is included with every Tesla vehicle delivery. It’s not just theoretically possible to use another one, it’s literally enabled by the manufacturer themselves. The adapter locks into place on the vehicle. You could leave it there permanently if you wanted to.