Originally Posted By: A_Harman
Originally Posted By: SwedishRider
Originally Posted By: A_Harman
What a deal; recharge for 30 minutes, drive 170 miles.
Considering the electricity to repower the car at a Supercharger is free... it is a good deal. You can drive coast to coast for $0 in a Tesla. As more superchargers roll out, and models like the Model III are brought to market at a sub $40K price point, I'm game.
Nothing is free. It's an introductory offer paid for by tax subsidies and emissions credits. When those run out, so does the free ride. They are in the "priming the pump" phase to create a market. We'll see if it's self-sustaining after the help from the Gummint ends.
You are correct, the debate boils down to this: will the Model III and the opening of Tesla's patents be enough to create a competitive marketplace for electric vehicles that is self-sustaining post-tax credits.
The jury is out. My bet is on yes IF they actually bring a moderately priced vehicle to market. If the Model III drops and is a hit, expect the other manufacturers to take Tesla up on their open patent offer.