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Tesla margin slimming shows Musk is all-in on big bet for FSD

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A lot has been made about Tesla’s slimming margins as it continues to reduce prices on its electric vehicles, which has, in turn, made the electric car company make less of a profit per unit. But the strategy, like much of Tesla’s mentality, is based on a long-term vision and not short-term profitability.

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J.D. Power: EV consideration in US is up but skepticism still exists

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Auto shoppers in America are more likely than ever before to consider buying a fully electric vehicle (EV), and new EV entries are responsible for much of the added consideration. These new entries, many from long-established vehicle manufacturers, are turning EV skeptics into likely EV considerers, according to the J.D.

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Why Tesla competitors will need more than affordability to take EV pioneer’s crown

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Over the past several years, automotive manufacturers from all corners of the world have jumped head-first into electric vehicle production. Tesla’s most affordable vehicle is the Rear-Wheel Drive Model 3, which starts at $42,990 before incentives. 4, despite being Tesla’s most expensive car and least popular model.

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Chevy Bolt EV beats Tesla for U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle of 2021

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The Chevrolet Bolt EV won U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle award for 2021, beating out notable competitors like the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. News rolled out a list of its most highly-ranked electric and hybrid cars and SUVs. News lists the Chevy Bolt EV as the Best Electric Vehicle of 2021.

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Tesla Model Y joins a new Police Force, and incentives made it an affordable purchase

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The Tesla Model Y has officially joined the Ipswich, Massachusetts Police Department, and its price tag wasn’t all that bad considering the multiple incentives that were applied by local groups. While the Tesla Model Y isn’t the automaker’s least expensive car, it is far from the most expensive.

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MG targets Tesla Model Y Performance and Kia EV6 GT with new super SUV for Australia

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Rising Chinese brand MG could have a direct rival for the Tesla Model Y Performance SUV and Kia EV6 GT super SUVs on-sale in Australia as soon as 2024. The LS6 also comes with a ternary lithium battery pack from CATL and an 800V electrical system for super-fast charging. Where that shakes out in Australia is guesswork at the moment.

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Anti-Tesla Super Bowl ads worked…but not in the way you would think

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On Super Bowl Sunday this past February, Tesla did not run television advertisements. million price tag for a 30-second slot during the Bengals-Rams thriller had other takers, though. Credit: Tesla. Other automakers have known for quite some time that Tesla is very different. Polestar was one of them.

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