Yep.. it's not change itself that has ever really concerned me. It's rather the type of change is see around me.
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Yep.. it's not change itself that has ever really concerned me. It's rather the type of change is see around me.
I did not put a Trump bumper sticker on my S but that would be ironic no?
Life goes on, America gets stronger and Tesla will continue to produce great cars
lol
good outlook
A Trump sticker along with a clean coal sticker sure would confuse the hell out of the souped up diesel trucks in my area
akira3d
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I have definitely wondered how Trump's election might affect attitudes towards high-end EVs...well, towards luxury and sports cars in general since Trump's campaign definitely fueled a backlash towards those perceived as elite city-dwellers. I am guessing that I, like many of you, are just normal folk who work crazy long hours to afford a desired lifestyle.
I haven't been too worried about the economics surrounding my Model X purchase because I will still be able to take advantage of the likely disappearing federal credit and will be able to enjoy free access to the Supercharger network for the life of the car (I already get electricity via solar power at home, so charging at home does not cost me either). I've been telling those concerned about the future of our environment that companies like Tesla / SolarCity will depend on those of us who can afford to purchase their products to do so, especially if Federal subsidies disappear.
Thus far the attitudes towards my Tesla have been overwhelmingly positive. I brought it to my local Coffee & Cars event where I half expected many to sneer and mock my choice given this event attracts true petrol-heads...the majority of vehicles are Porsches and classic American muscle. Instead everyone who has approached inundated me with questions, positive comments (one GT-R owner stated it, meaning electric, is the future), and thanked me for letting them view her inside and out (even though I only got mine in September, I was the first to do bring a Model X to our local show). Aside from the car guys, I also have been approached by a lot of mothers and fathers who simply view the X as the ultimate family vehicle (their children get really excited by it as well). I never get this kind of response when I bring my dream car (an Acura NSX) to the show. We'll see if the election has changed attitudes when I bring my X next month.
Speaking about my dream car, one thing that gives me peace of mind is that the dot com crash happened not terribly long after I bought my then new NSX. When the market tanked, I was so glad that I had put my money in a sports car instead of the market...I have had a LOT of fun driving her over the 16 years that I have owned her. If I had put my money in the market, I may have never been able to turn that dream into reality. No buyer's remorse. I hope I can say the same about Model X...at least I will never worry about how much it costs to refuel it.
I haven't been too worried about the economics surrounding my Model X purchase because I will still be able to take advantage of the likely disappearing federal credit and will be able to enjoy free access to the Supercharger network for the life of the car (I already get electricity via solar power at home, so charging at home does not cost me either). I've been telling those concerned about the future of our environment that companies like Tesla / SolarCity will depend on those of us who can afford to purchase their products to do so, especially if Federal subsidies disappear.
Thus far the attitudes towards my Tesla have been overwhelmingly positive. I brought it to my local Coffee & Cars event where I half expected many to sneer and mock my choice given this event attracts true petrol-heads...the majority of vehicles are Porsches and classic American muscle. Instead everyone who has approached inundated me with questions, positive comments (one GT-R owner stated it, meaning electric, is the future), and thanked me for letting them view her inside and out (even though I only got mine in September, I was the first to do bring a Model X to our local show). Aside from the car guys, I also have been approached by a lot of mothers and fathers who simply view the X as the ultimate family vehicle (their children get really excited by it as well). I never get this kind of response when I bring my dream car (an Acura NSX) to the show. We'll see if the election has changed attitudes when I bring my X next month.
Speaking about my dream car, one thing that gives me peace of mind is that the dot com crash happened not terribly long after I bought my then new NSX. When the market tanked, I was so glad that I had put my money in a sports car instead of the market...I have had a LOT of fun driving her over the 16 years that I have owned her. If I had put my money in the market, I may have never been able to turn that dream into reality. No buyer's remorse. I hope I can say the same about Model X...at least I will never worry about how much it costs to refuel it.
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Thanks for sharing your story.
I haven't met any X owners in real life, so it's very reassuring hearing from you guys.
SmartElectric
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Scene : Four lane divided highway at dusk, cruising along with family in our Tesla Model S.
In my rear view I see a raised big wheeled pickup catching us fast. I "punch it" and the truck fades back.
A few minutes later, I had let off and was cruising again when the truck caught us up.
I move over to let them pass thinking the worst of anyone who'd drive such a gas guzzling beast.
They roll down the passenger window, it's two guys with big beards and they yell "Tesla!!! Great car man!!".
My family laughed the entire way home.
Just buy the Tesla, you will have so many "Tesla moments" it will surprise you.
In my rear view I see a raised big wheeled pickup catching us fast. I "punch it" and the truck fades back.
A few minutes later, I had let off and was cruising again when the truck caught us up.
I move over to let them pass thinking the worst of anyone who'd drive such a gas guzzling beast.
They roll down the passenger window, it's two guys with big beards and they yell "Tesla!!! Great car man!!".
My family laughed the entire way home.
Just buy the Tesla, you will have so many "Tesla moments" it will surprise you.
Sound like you live in a concealed carry state. Pack your best weapon, train and be ready!
akira3d
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Not counting my own, I encountered as many as four Model Xs (I may have counted one twice) during lunch today. At one intersection within the parking lot, a dark grey one was on my left waiting to turn and a white one was at the opposing stop sign. I guess production really has ramped up.
And I have yet to see another guy driving one...am I the only one?
And I have yet to see another guy driving one...am I the only one?
Nope. Both the ones I've seen the gender of the driver on were male, and I drive one every day.
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muleferg
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- Me too. I'll bet you get a notice this afternoon, production complete. There is a guy here in NC that his went in production fri pm and the next day sat pm it was complete.
- Me too. I'll bet you get a notice this afternoon, production complete. There is a guy here in NC that his went in production fri pm and the next day sat pm it was complete.
That would be sweet indeed!
And congrats to ya!
