They were never the best, they were just a flashy way to get into EVs. They did make electric cars sexy, but all models have been plagued with issues - and they’re getting worse.
This. The only good thing Tesla has accomplished is making EVs slightly more acceptable to the general public, causing the big automakers to take note.
Edit: crap that’s not the right ad - but I can’t find the one I’m thinking of right now. It was similar with the lifeless shadows of kids and a baby stroller, but the car would drive through the shadows to somber music. Not exactly a great way to sell a new car.
They were never the best, they were just a flashy way to get into EVs. They did make electric cars sexy, but all models have been plagued with issues - and they’re getting worse.
This. The only good thing Tesla has accomplished is making EVs slightly more acceptable to the general public, causing the big automakers to take note.
Anyone else remember the “EVs will murder your babies” advertisment from GE? https://youtu.be/3g7cgUm7o9k
Edit: crap that’s not the right ad - but I can’t find the one I’m thinking of right now. It was similar with the lifeless shadows of kids and a baby stroller, but the car would drive through the shadows to somber music. Not exactly a great way to sell a new car.