Originally Posted by
Rick Potter
$100,000,000 Just doesn't go so far these days. Looks like most small startups are going to be left behind, along with some legacy companies who might not be able to change with the times.
Europe and China are really trying to push EV's, and starting to freeze out foreign carmakers who built plants there. I read an article about Chinese nationalism becoming a factor over there. 'Buy made in China autos' and help the Chinese economy. Sounds familiar. I have been trying to buy USA for a year and a half, first with the Maverick, then the Escape Plug in, then with the Bolt. One after the other has ads for unavailable cars, and/or dealer markups, and finally the Bolt becomes an orphan car.
The perfect car for me is a plug in hybrid with 50 miles of electric. I would prefer a Toyota RAV4 Plug-in, but it is hard to ignore a Tesla Model Y which is cheaper with the tax incentives. With my solar I would never have to buy power unless I went on a long trip, and it is currently the only one with dependable charging stations.
The daughter living here with us bought one, and her daughter bought one. I am starting to lean that way. With a new service center in walking distance, and the price reductions, I might finally make a move soon.
I have the solar/Tesla combo. Hard not to love it. Only expenses after purchase are tires.
Really, this future is all about batteries. Lower cost/higher capacity batteries will facilitate massive changes in society.
I once heard Tesla described as a battery company that happens to sell cars. It's a great description of their future role.
- After I ask a stranger if I can pet their dog and they say yes, I like to respond, "I'll keep that in mind" and walk off
- It's above my pay grade. Mongo only pawn in game of life.