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I saw one in person yesterday for the 1st time. I have to admit, I think it looks worse in person than in the pictures for some reason. I have no issues with the use of stainless, like on a Delorean. However, the sheer size of the panels make it look too much like a Frigidaire. Either way, the...

The Marxist poison has been certainly spreading, including here. Just like the useful idiots seen on college campuses, they all wear masks. Because they're obviously proud... 🙄

Revenue at my company is down 1% year over year, and we're focusing on labor costs and reducing headcount as a result. The financial impact from Bidenomics frankly sucks, and we expect it to get worse. Tesla had a very bad Q1 with the significant reduction in vehicle sales and a major 55% drop...

A significant amount of time, no, but that's the case with any car I don't own. Some, yes. Chevy has fixed the software issues, and it's not like Tesla hasn't had any. Software is the easiest issue to fix. If I was buying a car in that size today, I'd get the Mustang Rally Edition or a Blazer...

It's a sign that EV growth is slowing, and more competition is entering the marketplace. It's not "the end", Tesla is here to stay. They have to manage their production to fit demand, which they'll do. They should update their interior and features to match their competitors, which they may not...

The Silverado RST is everything the CT should have been, at a cheaper price. I'm really digging this. The interior is perfect, and they have have the function down perfectly. It's almost like they know how build trucks. ;) The only thing I'd change would be to put the charge port at the drivers...

Every major manufacturer has some level of electrification, hybrids, EREVs, and full EVs, and have been making those investments for a very long time. Everyone is offering products that fill at least one of those product types. Whether a consumer wants that or not not, based on their household...

Which ICE manufacturers are failing? Rivian is losing large amounts of money and has yet to be profitable. Fisker is on the edge of bankruptcy. There are several smaller startups which are done. I don't see ANY ICE manufacturers in the same condition.

An additional benefit, which I don't believe many are fully realizing, is the new Ultium battery design which is universal for all GM EVs going forward. This battery has been designed for long-term serviceability, as any of the many individual battery sections can be replaced vs the entire pack...

While it's correct the Ramcharger & the RAM 1500 Rev aren't out yet, they're really not that far away, which is why I included them on the list. The RAM 1500 EV is slated for release in Q4. The Ramcharger is next year right after that. TFL has had access to the pre-production versions of both...

You're ignoring all the other options in the marketplace. This isn't a solely a Cybertruck vs gas truck debate, as Tesla doesn't own the EV truck market, and they weren't even first. There's the F-150 Lightning, Rivian, Silverado EV, RamCharger, & RamREV. All those are objectively better...

I've told people the same. Driving an EV has absolutely made me a better (safer) driver, and this guy has owned several fast sports cars . I ease off the accelerator in advance of a stop or slowdown, and let regen do the work. I wouldn't want another vehicle without it.

Because it does help "some" increasing overall efficiency. But I agree with the others. I've been driving EV's for 10 years, and a 30% addition is just not in the realm of reality. However, I think the best benefit aside from the driving experience is the increased life of the brake components...

You still own it, you just can't resell it for a profit within 1 year. That is a very reasonable anti-scalping provision. Tesla has an interest in customer satisfaction related to their paid wait-lists. Scalping/flipping a model that some people have been on the wait list for years is highly...

This is hardly breaking news. The policy is intended to stop the shitbag scaplers. If someone doesn't want to have this limitation, then they don't have to buy the vehicle. They can buy something else, or wait until Tesla removes the policy, which will happen after the initial orders. Capitalism...

When production capacity exceeds the number of people willing to quickly say "yes", and pay big $$$ on a Foundation series, then they'll open up the other trims. That's just following the logical course of things. In the meantime they'll keep on going down the list. That's my take. My guess is...

...and some BarKeepers Friend should take that right out. I've left some cast iron cookware in the sink too long with the same effect, It only takes a tiny bit of water and time for that iron rust to transfer over.

Yup, really nothing to worry about in practical terms. Those that want to keep everything immaculately pretty usually spend the thousands of dollars to wrap their vehicle in vinyl, which doesn't make much sense to me either.

They could have just used Corten steel. Then these spots wouldn't have been an issue...

Something that simple really should have been noticed during road/off-road testing though, if a QA person is paying attention. It's normally the stuff you can't see, and which doesn't break during testing, that results in technical bulletins and recalls.

I'm really interested in the upcoming RAM Charger. The more I see, the more it looks like the perfect EV truck.

We know Telsa's mission statement, but they are a for profit company with shareholders. Of course they are in it for profit; they have a fiduciary duty to do so. The decline in prices for the Model X discussed earlier in the thread is relevant, but not that substantial to make a difference for...

Lithium batteries also age with time. The battery degradation factors are time, temperature, and cycles. Expect 10-12 years for the battery life.

The person who compared the Cybertruck to the Hummer was a good analogy. They're both "look at me" vehicles and in the same price range. There's nothing wrong with that, if someone wants a toy and has the resources to do so. The problem with this however, is the Cybertruck was marketed as the...

Add to this the Silverado retail release, the RAM (both models), and the Sierra for this year & 2025. All these are worth waiting for and buying over this Cybertruck release. I like Tesla and I'm generally a fan of Elon. He does some great things. The first Roadster was publicly demoed at my...

I think that's the ticket. A Volt-like truck would be the best of both worlds for not being limited in your use. This makes a lot more sense then trying to take up half the bed with an obscenely expensive battery, or a generator which requires an open bed with all the efficiency conversion...

Agreed, that pretty much sums it up. I'd add that the neutered steering wheel and mirrors really aren't suited to the task. However, just because you may see someone using their HD truck while not towing or carrying a heavy payload, it doesn't mean the owner doesn't use it for those tasks. It...

I agree. To add, it's not just the DC recharge time, it's the battery life and replacement cost. IMO, That is a bigger deal then the DC charging time. The underlying battery technology is the same across manufacturers, and the calendar aging of batteries is a real thing. We are seeing low...

A lot don't want to install a community station, as that's expensive, will not be profitable, and it will cost all the owners money regardless of what they drive. It also makes the least sense, and introduces a lot of other issues. If the condo owner is willing to pay all the costs to install a...

A "victim" is someone who incurs a highly negative outcome from a random, unpredictable event. There is a difference between that, and making bad choices. To put it another way, as related to this issue, making a bad choice that results in a bad outcome doesn't make someone a victim.

That appears to be a huge part of the problem here. Those working as taxi drivers also shouldn't be buying or renting an EV, unless they can also charge at home. Using a Prius makes a lot more sense. Tesla has said repeatedly that the supercharger network is to enable long distance travel. It's...

That's the personal responsibility of the vehicle owner. They're responsible for making sure they have charging in place before they buy the vehicle. If they are unable to do that, then they should just stick with a gas car. A modicum of critical thinking and common sense isn't too much to...

It's absolutely foolish to buy an EV if you can't L2 charge at home, both practically & financially. I doubt many of these people were long distance driving in that weather.

Yes, I understand that. It's fine for tight city driving where that articulation is important, like in a local delivery van, or rock crawling on a trail. The same tech has been used on large military transport vehicles for a while now for the same reason, so it's not new. I'm more concerned...

I'm more concerned regarding the lack of consistency and changing steering response. I'd have to live with it for a while to determine if that's an issue.

That is frankly pretty deluded thinking, typically associated with those living in small box, tightly surrounded by others in small boxes. Those of us that live in or spend a large amount of time in nature know that your car isn't the primary issue. It's the constant destruction of land and...

In general, DC charging costs about the same or more than gas. That's not groundbreaking or new information. Then add to that the higher vehicle cost and longer fueling time. This is why an EV only makes since if you can charge at home, in your own driveway/garage or parking space, while you...

Spot on. I learned with my current car to factor in a 20% reduction of range for long-term degradation, for anything I consider. Then take 80% of that number for your peak distance travel, to account for the 80% DC charging threshold. Buy a vehicle too close to your maximum range needs, and...

TFL has received the invite, and will be getting the Dual Motor AWD Foundation Series. They note they're around the #50,000 position on the reservation list. Let's keep the TFL testing and updates consolidated within this thread. I'm looking forward to their unbiased testing.

Frankly, if I was running the company I'd do the same. Run through the wait-list and sell as many $100k+ trims as I can. The number of people who can actually afford a $100k vehicle however, is small. (Too many people over-leverage themselves with unproductive debt.) I personally don't think it...

I agree, but it should be an additional data point to what's being listed, not a replacement. More & better information for the consumer to make a decision.

That would put it on-par with the F-150 Lightning Lariet with the extended range battery 70 mph range test. On par with the competition, but not special or groundbreaking. Overall, the Lightning still looks to be the better vehicle.

Then simply buy a gas truck if you need a truck. That way your system won't be impacted. You can always drive an EV car for regular use.

The Hummer EV isn't listed either, because there are zero trims available under the MSRP cap.

The people buying it who didn't really need a truck, but are just buying it based on the emotional hype, are in for a rude awakening when reality slaps them in the face. The driving performance of premium trim level trucks are quite good these days. However, it will still never match a premium...

The purpose of the policy is to prevent flipping/price gouging during the first year as production is constrained. Sell it for less than the purchase price, and I doubt that would be declined. IMO, people make a big deal over this for little reason. The people who are upset, are the low morals...

On that, I fully agree. You're paying upfront for a product which based on a hope & dream, "might" someday exist. It's just seems nuts to me, that someone would choose to do that.

That's good information to know. Thank you...

"Scam" is a bit harsh, and I'm no fan of the production Cybertruck. Doesn't (remotely) meet expectations is a more accurate description. Scam would be you paying me for a diamond, and I deliver a lump of coal along with directions on how to use a high temperature press. Tesla is in the business...

What is the difference between this and the "Supercharger Open To Non-Tesla" filter on their map...