You're assuming the added demand would be greater than the added supply of superchargers.As a Tesla owner, I wouldn't "love" that. More competition for charging slots won't help me (as an owner).
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You're assuming the added demand would be greater than the added supply of superchargers.As a Tesla owner, I wouldn't "love" that. More competition for charging slots won't help me (as an owner).
Another possibility is that given that many Toyota dealers are now capable of servicing RAV4-EVs with Tesla drivetrains, those dealers will also be capable of servicing Tesla Model S's. That would make servicing more convenient for Tesla owners.
Another possibility is that given that many Toyota dealers are now capable of servicing RAV4-EVs with Tesla drivetrains, those dealers will also be capable of servicing Tesla Model S's. That would make servicing more convenient for Tesla owners.
It might be service-related. Right now, Tesla's service/warranty plans are a mess. The factory warranty requires annual service. Annual service is surprisingly expensive for an EV. The extended warranty may or may not require annual service. Annual service can be pre-bought for 4 years, and there's the ranger portion. There's a separate battery guarantee plan. There's even a separate tire and wheel warranty.
If I were a guessing man (and I am), I'd guess that Tesla will reduce the price of service for the first 4 years and might even waive it completely for the term of the warranty. Tesla owners would love that.
Another possibility is that given that many Toyota dealers are now capable of servicing RAV4-EVs with Tesla drivetrains, those dealers will also be capable of servicing Tesla Model S's. That would make servicing more convenient for Tesla owners.
How about free "at home" charging for life of the vehicle? That would be a strategy I would like.
Telsa/Solar City installs solar panels at an optimal location and puts the energy back into the grid when demand is high during the day, owners charge at night when grid costs are lower. Day vs night pricing arbitrage pays for the cost of the panel installation. They know when you charge, how much energy the car used in charging, etc., so no need for separate metering.
"Free fuel for life, at home and on the road." Now that would sell some cars.
Whatever the new strategy the company announces tomorrow is, it’s likely to be a popular one with the company’s fan base. Owners and admirers of the Tesla Model S, and Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), have become a vocal group in recent months, and Elon Musk, due to his geek credibility and business acumen, has become a sort of Messiah figure.
How about free "at home" charging for life of the vehicle?
Keep in mind that this is likely not supercharger related. Elon confirmed that this is part 3 of the 5 part trilogy. A quick recap on the 5 parts:
1) TSLA Profitable
2) Lease
3) Service
4) Supercharger
5) Right under your nose
On the one hand, he may have just lost track of which is number 3. On the other hand, he likes making a very big public fuss with all his announcements, and the service-side thing so far was fairly low-key.
You are apparently correct. According to Reuters, "A spokeswoman for the company said Friday's announcement will focus on service."
Interesting. I wonder what "new strategy" is involved with service?
It's gotta be more than just the 80 loaners. For example, online scheduling of service appt, revamp of how service communication is done etc. if TM can do service better than everyone else, that would be great. I'd love to see service status update of car thru txt message etc.