Tesla Slashes Prices

[KevinS]

Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Wagen!

You win this one, Godwin.

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[ThatGuyLando]

We just bought a MY LR. It will replace our ICE mustang so we have a second family-capable car alongside the MME. Prior to the price drop we were considering another Ford BEV (Lightning) or PHEV but this deal is a no-brainer.

Dang brave soul, I'd love to replace our minivan with another BEV but I have family living about 2 hours away. I can *maybe* make a round trip without charge stops (given warm weather) but in an emergency (God forbid) I'd need either more range in batteries or an ICE.

 

[ThatGuyLando]

I just took a look over at the Ioniq 5 subreddit and there are a lot of folks bailing on their orders as well. This is an interesting play, curious to see how this goes for everyone. I'm not sure if quality can keep up with demand when you're still building in inflatable tents, but we'll see!

The problem I see with that is, teslas are already Jan-Feb delivery, you'd be cutting it close to the deadline with the influx of orders Tesla should be getting. Unless your lucky to live in one of the few Tesla lots and they happen to have your car in stock that is.

 

[Caramel Mach-e-ato]

Funny that my dealer called me yesterday that my 'car' arrived... I am not sure if I want to take delivery now.

i literally just turned mine down today. Came in this week. So, if anyone is looking for a 23 GTPE with all options and Grabber Blue, I can match you up with the dealer here in NC. I’m confident that it could be had for MSRP.
My dealer recognizes that the environment has flipped and completely understood why I declined.

 

[Logal727]

I think Ford is absolutely required to figure out lower pricing, they've got dealers signed up for Model E program and installing DC fast chargers.. no way they are gonna not compete

 

[WSoxFan22]

Can't be a monopoly if there are other companies competing. Now its up to other companies to respond. That's how a free market works.

Except... Tesla's reduction in cost and COGs optimization was heavily financed by the American Tax Dollar.

 

[s7davis]

Dang brave soul, I'd love to replace our minivan with another BEV but I have family living about 2 hours away. I can *maybe* make a round trip without charge stops (given warm weather) but in an emergency (God forbid) I'd need either more range in batteries or an ICE.

Drive a LUcid with 500+ miles of range than you should be covered lol

 

[Ghost Ryder]

Except... Tesla's reduction in cost and COGs optimization was heavily financed by the American Tax Dollar.

And no other companies got bailouts right?
You play within the rules, and maximized your position within the rules. All other manufactures could of done that, but they chose not to. Tesla gambled on EVs (and almost went bankrupted), but was able to pull through and now is in a position of strength. Can't blame them for that.

 

[ThatGuyLando]

Drive a LUcid with 500+ miles of range than you should be covered lol

Sure, let me tell my boss I need my salary doubled I'm sure he'd be cool with that.

 

[MachEMaster]

Anyone with a clue could tell you that Tesla owner brand loyalty is the highest, right? Because that’s what defines a cult, loyalty no matter what. Not all Tesla owners are Elon worshippers but many are. Most buyers of other makes can’t name any auto industry CEO.

Let’s all just acknowledge reality, massive price cuts like this don’t occur because of someone’s genius business acumen. They happen when companies are in duress.

Don't quote me, because I forget where I heard it, but a White Tesla is produced every 40 seconds.

 

[Ghost Ryder]

Don't quote me, because I forget where I heard it, but a White Tesla is produced every 40 seconds.

Yup, because they have many factories and lines. But from start to finish, each Model 3 takes 10 hours to make. VW takes 30 hours per car.

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/tesla-electric-vehicle-10-hours-volkswagen-production-ceo-unable-keep/

 

[roamtheworld]

Don't quote me, because I forget where I heard it, but a White Tesla is produced every 40 seconds.

In China, it was reported that a new body in white Model Y is produced every 40 seconds
https://insideevs.com/news/629407/tesla-china-modely-production-every-40-seconds/
Body in White is the bare chassis not a full car

 

[MachEMaster]

In China, it was reported that a new body in white Model Y is produced every 40 seconds
https://insideevs.com/news/629407/tesla-china-modely-production-every-40-seconds/
Body in White is the bare chassis not a full car

Got ya! Thanks!

 

[roamtheworld]

Also, 95% of the supply chain is local to the China plant.
https://pandaily.com/localization-rate-of-tesla-chinas-supply-chain-exceeds-95/
The economics for big profit makes sense when you see the 20% margins being shown.
Easy for Tesla to lower prices when needed now for IRA limits or market changes.

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