I think from memory, Israel certified model Y in September 2021.
So, next should be us
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Tesla Model Y in Australia
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So, next should be us
Nathanwhalan
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Why are they shipping cars there without orders even being open?I think from memory, Israel certified model Y in September 2021.
So, next should be us
Yeah this is definitely weird.
Also look at this:
Tesla Model Y Deliveries Will Start Soon in Israel, as Batch of 2K Cars to Arrive in Mid-February
Photo: Norsk elbilforening/YouTube Tesla Model Y sales will start soon in Israel as the vehicles are already on their way. A batch of 2,000 vehicles from the manufacturer, including Model Y, will arrive in mid-February, after which the first deliveries will begin.Tesla sold a whopping 6,300...
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What's a "whopping" 6,300 sold last year. Wasn't ours were like 12,000
Nathanwhalan
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Exactly. I always thought Tesla's strategy was to open new markets while they are still trying to fill existing markets but Israel and the UAE make no sense with how small sales they have compared to us.Yeah this is definitely weird.
Also look at this:
Tesla Model Y Deliveries Will Start Soon in Israel, as Batch of 2K Cars to Arrive in Mid-February
Photo: Norsk elbilforening/YouTube Tesla Model Y sales will start soon in Israel as the vehicles are already on their way. A batch of 2,000 vehicles from the manufacturer, including Model Y, will arrive in mid-February, after which the first deliveries will begin.Tesla sold a whopping 6,300...
What's a "whopping" 6,300 sold last year. Wasn't ours were like 12,000
Nathanwhalan
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Nathanwhalan
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True. Definitely easier for production given the large number of LHD markets but based on their current uptake of Tesla and small charging network it just doesnt make sense to service that market before us.
Maximillan
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Comprehensive review of the Y, with some interesting comparisons to the 3 that they recently tested.
Maximillan
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The head toss that he demonstrates in this video is a common issue that I've found in SUVs. The ride and efficiency were Bjorn's reasons for choosing a 3 over a Y.
At least the Model Y handles well, unlike a lot of SUVs that have a hard ride and mushy handling.
At least the Model Y handles well, unlike a lot of SUVs that have a hard ride and mushy handling.
Wifey wants a model Y, not sure why as our kids are all grown, but I suspect it is because every other mum in our area has an SUV. I have a 3 on order and when I had them for an extended overnight test the wifey commented that she felt the ride was a little rough (both in the SR+ with 18" wheels and LR with 19" wheels). Now this is subjective because it depends what you are used too. We have watched a few youtube reviews and most if not all call out the Y as being a much more jittery and 'uncomfortable' ride than the 3.
She has now changed her mind and decided to wait for other SUV EV's that may come in 2023.
I suspect many people want a Y but in reality the types of roads we have will quickly show its less than adequate ride comfort. I suppose if you are young then might be able to put up with it but personally the 3 with 18" wheels is almost at the upper limit for me.
I hope that it gets better with time and model life improvements or the reviews are all just wrong.
She has now changed her mind and decided to wait for other SUV EV's that may come in 2023.
I suspect many people want a Y but in reality the types of roads we have will quickly show its less than adequate ride comfort. I suppose if you are young then might be able to put up with it but personally the 3 with 18" wheels is almost at the upper limit for me.
I hope that it gets better with time and model life improvements or the reviews are all just wrong.
Similar position but have yet pulled the trigger on the Model 3 since I'm not quite in the position to, however I would likely order a Model Y if it became available in the near future. The ride on the Model Y is similar to the 3's only slightly more harsh, so if she didn't like the 3's she will hate the Y's.
How'd you snag an extended overnight test?
I'm a VIP...... Nah, I just asked if it were possible as I couldn't make up my mind on a RWD or LR. The SA organized it as long as I could get the car back in the AM.
Hi All,
Similar position to many on here, in desperate need of a new car for the family, M3 isn't going to cut it space wise so hanging for the Y to be available. Placed an order for a Kia Sportage late last year as a fallback, this is due for delivery in around April.
I'm hoping the configuration opens up before this, fingers crossed.
Similar position to many on here, in desperate need of a new car for the family, M3 isn't going to cut it space wise so hanging for the Y to be available. Placed an order for a Kia Sportage late last year as a fallback, this is due for delivery in around April.
I'm hoping the configuration opens up before this, fingers crossed.
Can I ask what you are used to for your rides? It is quite subjective, we are used to a relatively firm ride and sporty behavior so not fussed about that, but if it is harsh compared to something quite firm then that is food for thought. We have decided to go full EV this time and been waiting most of last year for Model Y to come to Oz and looking forward eagerly. We haven't had a Tesla test drive (thanks mainly to Covid) but are going off recommendations (and reviews) about the revolutionary and "front of the pack" features. Looked at Mercs and hybrids but still a big gap from Tesla to the rest. Mercs severely overpriced, tiny boot, poor range Anddealers snooty as hell. Boot and low driver position puts us off Model 3, even though we could have had one months ago.
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Gawd I hate snooty salespepole. I can really relate to that scene in Pretty Woman. At an expensive furniture store once the sales guy was scanning me and my clothing trying to judge whether I was worthy of their store. What a knob.
In 1997 I put down a deposit for the new compact Mercedes the A Class With the main MB dealer in Sydney.
Absolutely no contact for more than 18 months, when I read on Drive that the A Class was due late in 1999 I tried to contact the dealer but got nowhere to the point I was worried I had done my $1k deposit.
Finally just before Christmas I got a call and they even offered to come to my workplace to complete the order. I told them I was after the Elegance trim level, manual transmission and blue. Sorry sir, not importing the Elegance trim and only available in auto clutch manual or automatic.
They then turned up at my work with a printout of the cars in the first shipment, despite having an order in for 2 years much of the first shipment was already allocated and no blue cars. They left my office without an order. A week later they called and we settled on blue Avantguard trim but I had to purchase a number of extras that I felt I wouldn’t have ordered if I could have specified myself.
Have to say though that the delivery itself was nice and the unusual size and styling of the A Class made it a people magnet for about 6 months.
However compared to the horrendous experience with City ford for the car it replaced this was an improvement.
When the Model S was imminent my delivery specialist actually thanked us for buying a Tesla as in 2014, Tesla’s future was less certain than it is now and the number of cars being delivered was much smaller.
For the first 18 months it was hard to get out of the car without people approaching and asking questions so I had to invent a “Tesla Time” hand signal with my partner so he could go off and start whatever we were there for.
Im sure the delivery experience is not as individual now as back in 2014, but from what I hear it’s still better than many MB and other dealers.
Absolutely no contact for more than 18 months, when I read on Drive that the A Class was due late in 1999 I tried to contact the dealer but got nowhere to the point I was worried I had done my $1k deposit.
Finally just before Christmas I got a call and they even offered to come to my workplace to complete the order. I told them I was after the Elegance trim level, manual transmission and blue. Sorry sir, not importing the Elegance trim and only available in auto clutch manual or automatic.
They then turned up at my work with a printout of the cars in the first shipment, despite having an order in for 2 years much of the first shipment was already allocated and no blue cars. They left my office without an order. A week later they called and we settled on blue Avantguard trim but I had to purchase a number of extras that I felt I wouldn’t have ordered if I could have specified myself.
Have to say though that the delivery itself was nice and the unusual size and styling of the A Class made it a people magnet for about 6 months.
However compared to the horrendous experience with City ford for the car it replaced this was an improvement.
When the Model S was imminent my delivery specialist actually thanked us for buying a Tesla as in 2014, Tesla’s future was less certain than it is now and the number of cars being delivered was much smaller.
For the first 18 months it was hard to get out of the car without people approaching and asking questions so I had to invent a “Tesla Time” hand signal with my partner so he could go off and start whatever we were there for.
Im sure the delivery experience is not as individual now as back in 2014, but from what I hear it’s still better than many MB and other dealers.
I currently have a Skoda Superb new generation with suspension settings that can be changed. I use it in sports mode mostly and it has a firm ride with the 19" wheels. I do change the suspension setup when cruising on the highway to comfort which is very soft and floaty. I have had many cars over the years including a Nissan 350z which was modified and had a very firm ride. I am getting older now so comfort to a reasonable degree is welcomed. I found the MD3 to have a firm ride but still compliant, although on 'B' grade roads it was quite harsh (ie) like the ones out in Dural NSW. I can live with it but if the Y is 'worse' then the daily grind will not be pleasant after the euphoria of a new car wears off.
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