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I could see this coming weeks ago: My local dealer was cold-calling existing owners to try to get them to buy the updated model 3, which isn't a very significan
by hibikir 3y ago
I could see this coming weeks ago: My local dealer was cold-calling existing owners to try to get them to buy the updated model 3, which isn't a very significant update at all. They had a bunch on the lot that weren't selling.
We can also see the promotion of a free trial for self-driving as a response to this too: Hoping some people bite after trying it out. Whether that happens, or we just see more videos of failed self-driving is another story.
Either way, Tesla hasn't done much to improve their normal models in 2 years. The cybertruck is barely in production, and it's hard to see it as having massive demand. Elon's cultural alignment with people that at the same time are being told that electric vehicles will be bad for America is probably not great for sales on either side of the cultural divide. Add high interest rates, and it's unsurprising to see trouble. But does anyone have enough shares to try to force Tesla to make significant changes in diection? Unlikely.
- olivermuty 3y agoIsn’t Teslas whole schtick that they are dealer-free? Where is this? Is it a franchise?
- mattw2121 3y agoHe probably meant the local, Tesla employed, sales person or sales manager. Tesla has showrooms all over the country.
- olivermuty 3y agoInteresting. Tesla in Norway is all JIT sales. Cars are ordered and come straight from the docks to the customer. I did not expect Tesla showrooms in the us to carry stock. Maybe walkin purchases are more common across the pond
- kylecordes 3y agoIt seems like Tesla should focus on updating the Model Y, which is by far their best-selling model, instead of the 3. The typical US consumer is not all that excited about sedans anyway.
- nunez 3y agoThe new Model 3 is a significant update in many areas (noise, handling, cabin design).