Tesla: The Great Short

[svandamme]

I guess after 7 years they finally figured out how to make a car that passes QC

[sammyg2]

Tesla must have increased their advertising budget for CR

For 2019:

The publication's annual Top Picks list serves as an influential guide for many American consumers as they shop for new vehicles.

The list gauges customer satisfaction through comprehensive surveys and combines those measures with Consumer Reports' testing of fuel economy performance and reliability. It does not take into account styling preferences or popularity.

Toyota won large car, subcompact car, hybrid/electric car and midsized car for the Avalon hybrid, Yaris, Prius hybrid and Camry hybrid, respectively.

But it might not help much. Hybrid sales have tanked, and subcompact cars have fallen out of favor amid a nationwide SUV boom. As a brand, Toyota ranked ninth out of 33.

"Toyota really excels in terms of reliability" and safety, Fisher said. But "they're not as well-rounded as Subaru" due to some models that didn't test well.

Consumer Reports also said it can no longer recommend the Tesla Model 3 electric sedan after noticing substantive manufacturing defects, including "loose body trim" and "glass defects," such as windows cracking too easily.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has argued that the company is repeatedly improving the Model 3 through manufacturing changes and software upgrades. But the company's aggressive move to accelerate the pace of production in 2018 may have caused some issues, Fisher said.

Two people inspect the rear boot of Tesla's latest car "Model 3" during its first exhibition day in Spain, at the Tesla's store in Barcelona Nov. 14, 2018.
Yet "people who have told us they have problems with the car have also told us they’re very satisfied with the car," Fisher said.

That reflects the popularity of the Tesla brand and its position as a status symbol for many buyers, he said.

"You may not be buying a Tesla Model 3 because you want the most reliable car," Fisher said.

As a brand, Tesla ranked 19th, just behind Buick and just ahead of Ford.

Tesla said in a statement that its cars are "the safest and best performing vehicles available today."

"We’re setting an extremely high bar for Model 3. We have already made significant improvements to correct any issues that Model 3 customers may have experienced that are referenced in this report, and our return policy allows any customer who is unhappy with their car to return it for a full refund," the company said.

In addition to the Model 3, several other models lost their Consumer Reports recommendation, including the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Acura RDX, BMW 5-Series and Volkswagen Tiguan

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2019/02/21/consumer-reports-best-cars-2019-subaru-toyota-dominate-top-picks/2936504002/

[RWebb]

Consumer Reports does not accept advertising.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by RWebb

Consumer Reports does not accept advertising.

A lot of people are saying that Chevy bought advertising in USA Today to run that piece on Tesla. You know, a lot of people are saying that, and a lot of people are saying that bad things are happening at Tesla.

[wdfifteen]

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

A lot of people are saying that Chevy bought advertising in USA Today to run that piece on Tesla. You know, a lot of people are saying that, and a lot of people are saying that bad things are happening at Tesla.

LOL!
A lot of people are saying I need government bailout for my 911 engine project. A lot of people.

[Sooner or later]

Half of those companies will be out of business by this time next year.

Just kidding. Kinda...

[RWebb]

Originally Posted by Shaun @ Tru6

A lot of people are saying that Chevy bought advertising in USA Today to run that piece on Tesla. You know, a lot of people are saying that, and a lot of people are saying that bad things are happening at Tesla.

by "people" do you mean poodles?

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by RWebb

by "people" do you mean poodles?

Only the best people. Believe me, the incredible men and women are tremendous. The best, never has there been better in the history of the country.

[Sooner or later]

Ford closing all North Americs factories. At least through the end of the month. Expect others to follow.

[legion]

I've never seen a Tesla that doesn't leak when it rains. I've never seen a piece of crap 20 year old Chevy rust bucket that does.

[pmax]

Still special.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/business/article/Tesla-workers-told-to-come-to-Fremont-factory-15140601.php

The announcement came after the company appeared to defy a government order to shut down. Many employees were told Wednesday to come to work at the electric-car factory.

GM, Ford and Fiat Chrysler are closing plants outside California, the Associated Press reported Wednesday.

In an email sent by Tesla’s North American human resources lead, Valerie Workman, employees in production, service, testing, delivery and some other groups must continue to report to work. Workman said if employees are feeling unwell, they should use their paid time off, and can use up to two weeks of paid time off that they have not yet accrued after what they have is depleted.

[sammyg2]

The Governor won't like that.

[island911]

Just as the CV can take down at-risk people, production slow-downs can take down at-risk businesses.

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by sammyg2

The Governor won't like that.

BUSINESS
Police to Meet With Tesla Plant Brass Over Coronavirus Health Order Compliance
Move follows days of confusion over whether car maker’s factory should remain open after officials ordered activity curtailed

https://www.wsj.com/articles/police-to-meet-with-tesla-plant-brass-over-coronavirus-health-order-compliance-11584640643

[sammyg2]

CV is the new woke, resisting is the new trigger.

[group911@aol.co]

Nothing new on the great short?

[RWebb]

I noticed that Fidelity's automobile sector fund has TSLA as its #1 holding...

[sammyg2]

I'm once again a TSLA owner, had some left-over cash in my roth and bought 4 shares just for the heck of it. Already up $50. woo hoo

If it crashes I won't miss it, if it doesn't it's worth the entertainment value.
I still think the stock price a joke but if millions of people disagree and want "invest in the future", I don't have a problem riding their coat tails on the way up

[silverc4s]

Sure is quiet in Tesla Short World...
Closed at 1025 today, now the most valued car company on the planet.
Anyone feel up to some smart comments???

[KFC911]

Originally Posted by silverc4s

Sure is quiet in Tesla Short World...
Closed at 1025 today, now the most valued car company on the planet.
Anyone feel up to some smart comments???

I purchased several hundred shares of TSLA.....a very small WAG stake fer $21... had no clue...just a gamble.... made me some easy money


Sold at $33