I don't think I'm ignoring anyone. It's somewhat interesting that people would take time to discuss something they don't like. I can't imagine spending even 5 seconds posting about how I dislike asparagus but hey.
Caleb,
Imagine going through life, only listening to what you want to hear, while you dismiss and disregard the rest . . . That can't end well, all things considered..
I guess that's why I don't ignore you.
'Where did Novi Rouch and Ford's patents on this design just disappear ? I seen this more then 10 years ago by the engineer who created it in MI.
Mine wasn't. I can hardly think of any ways to improve upon it, and I like it even more than my electric drill. I'll replace my PHEV with a 100% EV when the time comes.
Maybe this one!
https://aptera.us/wind-tunnel/
I'm very much looking forward to see how the Aptera does with the first customers.
The "field of dreams" business model isn't working yet for the big 3 it seems.
The big 3 have had a lot of trouble making small cars that people want, too. I'm sorta curious how much the overall stats are skewed by the luxury EVs that are out of reach of most consumers. The article says that they're more oversupplied than smaller cars.
They're not the big 3, but there seems to suddenly be a lot of Kia and Hyundai EVs on the road near me.
Not sure what you mean by no Tesla lots. There are 230+ stores in the US. It's true that none are dealers--Tesla operates all of them as company stores rather than paying the middleman dealer. The store locations are pretty easy to find on your preferred mapping website/app, not to mention straight from the horse's mouth.
I don't think I'm ignoring anyone. It's somewhat interesting that people would take time to discuss something they don't like. I can't imagine spending even 5 seconds posting about how I dislike asparagus but hey.
Beyond most people's budget, but a good sign of things to come:
https://www.teslarati.com/rivian-chicago-showroom/
I'm not really sure what the distinction is between a "catalog store" and a "real car dealer." While I've never darkened the door myself, my understanding is that you can test drive different models and trim lines, drop a wheelbarrow of money on a new car, and get manufacturer-approved service at Tesla stores. I suppose they don't have an inventory on site, but that's a small price for not paying dealer markups or wondering if you could have negotiated the price down/if the salesperson ripped you off on upgrades. What else does a "real car dealer" do?
Provides the manufacturer higher cash flow by holding the inventory and carrying the inventory costs. Then the manufacturer can use that cash for useful things like naming stadiums, buying luxury boxes and buying lobbyists and public servants.
All vital services. I mean, if nobody buys lobbyists, how are they going to make a (dis)honest living?!
My point is made . . . As long as you agree with posted information, all is well. But, if it contradicts your position, you immediately dismiss it as "non-informative" ( because you automatically oppose it ) or label it as "not constructive".
You see, this is why I'm against censorship of any kind. When someone who is ignorant/hateful/dogmatic/an ideologue speaks up, I am instantly informed of their views and can deal with it appropriately. Also, I sometimes learn something useful from hearing other peoples' opinions that I might not agree with.
John,
In other words, we agree.
As do I.
