- Thu Dec 12, 2024 2:42 pm
#4428
Three Years with a Model Y: Status Symbol or Everyday EV?
After three years and 30,000 miles with my Model Y, I’m struck by the conflicting narratives surrounding it. Is it a status symbol, flaunting progressive values, or simply a practical, increasingly common EV? In red-state Florida, it certainly feels like the former, setting me apart from my gas-guzzling neighbors. Yet, with its growing popularity, the Model Y is becoming less and less exclusive. What do you think? Does owning a Tesla still carry a certain cachet, or is it becoming just another car on the road?
Beyond the image, the reality of Model Y ownership presents interesting questions. Tesla’s marketing of a $399 lease seems almost deceptive when the actual price after typical upgrades is substantially higher. Shouldn’t Tesla be more transparent with its pricing? And what about the constant software updates? Are they a welcome enhancement or a source of frustration? Personally, I’m not a fan of the touchscreen-centric interface. Voice commands are helpful, but sometimes I miss the simplicity of physical buttons. Am I alone in this?
Finally, considering the political landscape, how might a potential Trump presidency and his anti-EV rhetoric impact Tesla’s future, particularly concerning incentives? Will Musk’s apparent support for Trump backfire? Could this influence your decision to buy a Tesla, or are such political considerations irrelevant to your purchasing choices? Lets discuss.
After three years and 30,000 miles with my Model Y, I’m struck by the conflicting narratives surrounding it. Is it a status symbol, flaunting progressive values, or simply a practical, increasingly common EV? In red-state Florida, it certainly feels like the former, setting me apart from my gas-guzzling neighbors. Yet, with its growing popularity, the Model Y is becoming less and less exclusive. What do you think? Does owning a Tesla still carry a certain cachet, or is it becoming just another car on the road?
Beyond the image, the reality of Model Y ownership presents interesting questions. Tesla’s marketing of a $399 lease seems almost deceptive when the actual price after typical upgrades is substantially higher. Shouldn’t Tesla be more transparent with its pricing? And what about the constant software updates? Are they a welcome enhancement or a source of frustration? Personally, I’m not a fan of the touchscreen-centric interface. Voice commands are helpful, but sometimes I miss the simplicity of physical buttons. Am I alone in this?
Finally, considering the political landscape, how might a potential Trump presidency and his anti-EV rhetoric impact Tesla’s future, particularly concerning incentives? Will Musk’s apparent support for Trump backfire? Could this influence your decision to buy a Tesla, or are such political considerations irrelevant to your purchasing choices? Lets discuss.
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