Teslas are becoming the new Camrys.

[PandaBear]

What they have around your home is irrelevant, because you'll charge at home.

What they have on the road where you're going on a long trip, is what is relevant.

That's pretty much all vehicles.

It is like if you are driving in Alaska in the winter you would want an AWD but if you are not, why would you complain about cars in California not being AWD for local commutes.

There's always rental cars for people needing something once in a while. I went on road trip with a family of 4 in a Prius V, with 1 baby and 1 toddler, no strollers, because after I drop them off I would rent one at the theme park I was going to. I also rent mini van when I go on trips that need a lot of space. Had I bought a mini van or SUV just to carry a bunch of stuff I only need 2 times a year for 5 years, I would end up not able to park in a lot of places (like pick up from school) and waste a lot more fuel, and vehicle depreciation.

If you are not going road trip in places that have no charging a lot this is not a problem. If you are, then this is not a car for you, and that's ok.

 

[mr_boring]

I live in the Charlotte NC metro area and man the number of Tesla's on the roads here is crazy high. Like fleas on a squirrel.

I would prefer a used Prius in a couple of years, but a used M3 might tempt me as I can supercharge anywhere I'd drive the electric vehicle. Those are also everywhere on the east coast.

 

[UncleDave]

I’d say it’s also the best road trip car as long as you aren’t bringing a ton of stuff. Driving from SF to LA and back was so easy!

Thats basically 3/5th of my twice monthly route Tracey to LA.

I do it 7-8 times a year and 2-3 times a year in electrics for the last decade.

 

[JeffKeryk]

Polestar, Baby!

I thought you plunked down your Luce deposit?
Go big or go home ...

 

[Trav]

He's too busy running the most valuable car company, by far, in the world.
And SpaceX, exploring outer space with his aerospace manufacturing company.
And xAI, which you may know as Grok, developing AI tools.
And Neuralink, my personal favorite, the neurotechnology company aiming to restore motor functions in paralyzed individuals.

Of course there's more. Not my opinion; reality. I hope this helps...

No need to get the nickers in a twist. The one wheel contraption was pretty funny I thought.

 

[JeffKeryk]

No need to get the nickers in a twist. The one wheel contraption was pretty funny I thought.

Apologies if it came out wrong. Just trying to help. Did you watch the video? Neuralink is not the only company of its kind. I just find helping others like this to be inspiring. I would be curious of what you thought.

 

[AZjeff]

The premise of this thread is flawed. Everyone knows about the Toyota tax thing because they hold their value. Certainly can't say the same for Teslas. The OP is seeing similar auction prices because they depreciate so heavily. What will the Camry and M3 be worth in 5 more years?

 

[Reloader59]

my insurance is the same as when I had 2 gas cars.

Find that real hard to believe... You must have been way overpaying for your gas vehicles then,

 

[Brons2]

That's pretty much all vehicles.

It is like if you are driving in Alaska in the winter you would want an AWD but if you are not, why would you complain about cars in California not being AWD for local commutes.

There's always rental cars for people needing something once in a while. I went on road trip with a family of 4 in a Prius V, with 1 baby and 1 toddler, no strollers, because after I drop them off I would rent one at the theme park I was going to. I also rent mini van when I go on trips that need a lot of space. Had I bought a mini van or SUV just to carry a bunch of stuff I only need 2 times a year for 5 years, I would end up not able to park in a lot of places (like pick up from school) and waste a lot more fuel, and vehicle depreciation.

If you are not going road trip in places that have no charging a lot this is not a problem. If you are, then this is not a car for you, and that's ok.

It is not at all like all vehicles.

Nobody in a suburban setting is installing 500 or 1000 gallon tanks in their garages so they can fuel their cars at home. This is entirely possible with an EV by just adding a 240 volt circuit to your garage panel at a supported amperage level. You can even get a charger that will adjust to the available amperage in the panel.

 

[Brons2]

Find that real hard to believe... You must have been way overpaying for your gas vehicles then,

I shop my insurance around at every renewal to make sure I'm getting the best deal. I carry enough liability coverage to protect my assets in case of a serious accident, so it's expensive either way, for the last 6-7 years I've always paid between $200-$300/mo regardless of what type of vehicles we've had. Whether you believe it or not, is up to you. I'm only reporting my real world experience.