If their lower priced 40kWh Tesla-S model had the limitation (no-l3)
Martin posted, from a consumer viewpoint, that would be a product killer
(less buyers). Instead of removing its l3 ability, I would rather make
other fluff as aftermarket optional add-ons (on-board computer, less
costly upholstery/interior, etc.)
A lower priced model by reducing the pack capacity, 'and' keeping its
level-3 charging ability, would be what I would want. Not only because I
would more likely physically fit in Tesla-S than a Leaf and iMiev that I
know I do not fit in, but my personal issues aside, the (above) lower
priced Tesla-S would be an in-between choice: the perks/prestige of
driving a Tesla, yet at a more affordable price.
Tesla's CEO did mention that eventually they will make a more affordable
model. Perhaps the 40kWh model would have competed with that cheaper
Tesla model.
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On Mon, Apr 1, 2013, at 11:10 AM, Martin WINLOW wrote:
> It seems a shame to me that T are ditching the 40kWh version (assuming
> this is not an April Fool joke). I would have the 40kWh version over the
> others as it costs less and its range is more than adequate for my needs.
> In fact why one would want any more is beyond me... assuming a
> nation-wide, 60 mile spaced supercharger network. Drive for 2 hours,
> rest/charge for 30 mins... That way you don't have to haul around all
> that unused battery capacity 95% of the time. Much improved efficiency.
>
> The only reason I was opting for the 60kWh version is down - pure and
> simply - to the fact that it comes with the supercharger and I was under
> the impression that the 40kWh version was not compatible with the
> supercharger, and therefore not available - rather than just being an
> option as I have read in the press.
>
> Perhaps others were confused on this and that's why no-one wanted the
> 40kWh version?
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