Welp s0ns....so much for electric vehicles!

[skookerasbil]

Let not forget.......people wonder when they are buying a car, "How is the reliability?"

For the Tesla, there are hundreds of models of cars that are more reliable. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, the Tesla is one of the least reliable cars on the road.........

http://gizmodo.com/consumer-reports-spurns-former-crush-tesla-ranks-compa-1788170049

 

[Old Rocks]

Let not forget.......people wonder when they are buying a car, "How is the reliability?"

For the Tesla, there are hundreds of models of cars that are more reliable. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, the Tesla is one of the least reliable cars on the road.........

http://gizmodo.com/consumer-reports-spurns-former-crush-tesla-ranks-compa-1788170049

Well now, as Paul Harvey says, here is the rest of the story.

The Tesla wasn’t the only high-performance vehicle that fell below average in reliability. Others include the BMW X5 and 5 Series, and the Chevrolet Corvette.

When automakers roll out new technology, be it infotainment, transmissions, or engine variations, it often has a deleterious effect on vehicle reliability. Tesla is not only the poster child for a new type of high-performance, high-mileage EV, but it also has been adding complex new variations as assembly-line updates, such as all-wheel drive this year. So it’s not surprising to see problems continue to crop up.

Despite the problems, our data show that Tesla owner satisfaction is still very high: Ninety-seven percent of owners said they would definitely buy their car again. It appears that Tesla has been responsive to replacing faulty motors, differentials, brakes, and infotainment systems, all with a minimum of fuss to owners.

And Tesla’s attention to customer service has been effective. Almost every survey respondent made note of Tesla’s rapid response and repair time, despite the lack of a traditional dealer service network. For its early adopters, Tesla has made a practice of overdelivering on service problems under the factory warranty, as noted by these owners:

“A minor amount of play developed in the differential gears. Tesla replaced the entire drive system. Remarkable service!”

And:

“Had a creaking ball joint in the driver[-side] front lower control arm. Tesla replaced it the following day after they were notified.”

When asked for a comment, a Tesla spokesperson said in an email, “Close communication with our customers enables Tesla to receive input, proactively address issues, and quickly fix problems. Model S over-the-air software updates allow Tesla to diagnose and fix most bugs without the need to come in for service. In instances when hardware needs to be fixed, we keep the customer’s convenience and satisfaction top of mind.”

Tesla Reliability Doesn’t Match Its High Performance

97% would buy their car again. How many other brands can say that?

 

[Jarlaxle]

Tesla owners are Kool-Aid-swilling cultists? Well...yeah. in other news, heavy metal concerts are loud.

 

[skookerasbil]

Let not forget.......people wonder when they are buying a car, "How is the reliability?"

For the Tesla, there are hundreds of models of cars that are more reliable. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, the Tesla is one of the least reliable cars on the road.........

http://gizmodo.com/consumer-reports-spurns-former-crush-tesla-ranks-compa-1788170049

Well now, as Paul Harvey says, here is the rest of the story.

The Tesla wasn’t the only high-performance vehicle that fell below average in reliability. Others include the BMW X5 and 5 Series, and the Chevrolet Corvette.

When automakers roll out new technology, be it infotainment, transmissions, or engine variations, it often has a deleterious effect on vehicle reliability. Tesla is not only the poster child for a new type of high-performance, high-mileage EV, but it also has been adding complex new variations as assembly-line updates, such as all-wheel drive this year. So it’s not surprising to see problems continue to crop up.

Despite the problems, our data show that Tesla owner satisfaction is still very high: Ninety-seven percent of owners said they would definitely buy their car again. It appears that Tesla has been responsive to replacing faulty motors, differentials, brakes, and infotainment systems, all with a minimum of fuss to owners.

And Tesla’s attention to customer service has been effective. Almost every survey respondent made note of Tesla’s rapid response and repair time, despite the lack of a traditional dealer service network. For its early adopters, Tesla has made a practice of overdelivering on service problems under the factory warranty, as noted by these owners:

“A minor amount of play developed in the differential gears. Tesla replaced the entire drive system. Remarkable service!”

And:

“Had a creaking ball joint in the driver[-side] front lower control arm. Tesla replaced it the following day after they were notified.”

When asked for a comment, a Tesla spokesperson said in an email, “Close communication with our customers enables Tesla to receive input, proactively address issues, and quickly fix problems. Model S over-the-air software updates allow Tesla to diagnose and fix most bugs without the need to come in for service. In instances when hardware needs to be fixed, we keep the customer’s convenience and satisfaction top of mind.”

Tesla Reliability Doesn’t Match Its High Performance

97% would buy their car again. How many other brands can say that?

But that is immaterial when you only sell about 243 cars. Who cares?

And lets not forget too......about 5 people on this whole message board could ever afford a Tesla S.

So at this point lets look at the ledger...............

PLUS's for TESLA =

• Very fast

MINUSES for TESLA

• Generic looking
• Mega-expensive
• Unreliable
• No exhaust sound
• Has to be recharged

Most important.........above we see a comparison being made between a Tesla S and a Corvette. Now.............typical American male........is he going to go out and spend 90K + 20K for performance mods and have a babe magnet that runs almost 900hp and obliterates a Tesla S on the highway and turn heads everywhere........... or........... spend 130K for a Tesla S that turns zero heads and wont be found in the local car show and likely will be on the hauler by next week being dragged to the stealership?


Lock the threads s0ns................