Now I know that there's the thing with the costly drivetrain upgrades and supply chain logistics as well as the whole "Right First Time" mantra etc etc, but there is a more important issue.
One of the key purposes of the Roadster is to provide real world data for Whitestar development. Many of the Signature 100 customers are keen and knowledgable EV enthusiasts - an ideal cohort to act as first customers. I'm sure that there are many who are itching to provide high quality feedback and valuable insights through the Roadster owners blog. Dr Rob Wilder for one.
Tesla seem to be focussed on customers-have-expectations-which-MUST-be-met and have gotten away from the idea that your customers are ALSO one of your largest assets.
But then, I think Elon's preferred term for customer is "VIP" rather than "Enthusiast"
Tesla Motors - feel
One of the key purposes of the Roadster is to provide real world data for Whitestar development. Many of the Signature 100 customers are keen and knowledgable EV enthusiasts - an ideal cohort to act as first customers. I'm sure that there are many who are itching to provide high quality feedback and valuable insights through the Roadster owners blog. Dr Rob Wilder for one.
Tesla seem to be focussed on customers-have-expectations-which-MUST-be-met and have gotten away from the idea that your customers are ALSO one of your largest assets.
But then, I think Elon's preferred term for customer is "VIP" rather than "Enthusiast"
Tesla Motors - feel