Tesla got more than twice the Model 3 preorders it expected
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04-02-2016, 06:41 PM
Tesla got more than twice the Model 3 preorders it expected
Hi Member's, do you like the Tesla Model 3 ?
Would you want one ? People are waiting in long lines to put their orders in
Tesla got more than twice the Model 3 preorders it expected
Tesla didn't expect preorder interest in the new Model 3 to be as high as it is, according to company CEO Elon Musk.
In a number of tweets this afternoon, Musk both expressed his appreciation to current and future Tesla owners for their faith in the company, and revealed that Tesla expected one-quarter to one-half as much preorder interest as they have received.
"No one at Tesla thought it would be this high before part 2 of the unveil," Musk
.
The company was especially surprised by the number of people who lined up at Tesla stores to place their orders — while online preorders opened at 7:30PM PT on Thursday, customers who went into a Tesla retail location were able to deposit $1,000 and place a preorder Thursday morning.
"[We] thought maybe 20-30 people per store would line up, not 800,"
. The company was ordering "tokens of appreciation" for customers who preordered in store, noting that sufficient supplies were on order. The gifts
a scale Model 3 and "a few other things."
Musk said that all who preorder a Model 3 will receive a gift, but "those who stood in some crazy long lines" will
. Musk also praised owners of the Tesla Roadster, Model S, and Model X, saying they are "the ones who got us here" and have paid for the development of the Model 3. "They deserve a lot of credit," he said.
CUSTOMERS WHO STOOD IN "CRAZY LONG LINES" AT TESLA STORES WILL RECEIVE A SPECIAL GIFT
He promised
later today and then a final update on Wednesday to cover the first week of preorder availability.
It's not clear how the massive number of preorders will affect availability — we have reached out to Tesla for comment on an estimated ramp up of production and when buyers could expect to receive their preorders if placed today. To be fair, it's likely that Tesla itself doesn't know what the production ramp would look like more than 18 months ahead of delivery.
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Tesla got more than twice the Model 3 preorders it expected
- By Jordan Golson
- on April 2, 2016 04:01 pm
In a number of tweets this afternoon, Musk both expressed his appreciation to current and future Tesla owners for their faith in the company, and revealed that Tesla expected one-quarter to one-half as much preorder interest as they have received.
"No one at Tesla thought it would be this high before part 2 of the unveil," Musk
The company was especially surprised by the number of people who lined up at Tesla stores to place their orders — while online preorders opened at 7:30PM PT on Thursday, customers who went into a Tesla retail location were able to deposit $1,000 and place a preorder Thursday morning.
"[We] thought maybe 20-30 people per store would line up, not 800,"
Musk said that all who preorder a Model 3 will receive a gift, but "those who stood in some crazy long lines" will
CUSTOMERS WHO STOOD IN "CRAZY LONG LINES" AT TESLA STORES WILL RECEIVE A SPECIAL GIFT
He promised
It's not clear how the massive number of preorders will affect availability — we have reached out to Tesla for comment on an estimated ramp up of production and when buyers could expect to receive their preorders if placed today. To be fair, it's likely that Tesla itself doesn't know what the production ramp would look like more than 18 months ahead of delivery.
See More: Tesla Model 3 in photos
Watch: 4K race footage of the Tesla Model 3
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04-02-2016, 07:09 PM
Bonus Post so you know what's out there ? I can't keep track of all these new cars :
Bonus Post
So we know what's out there on the highways of life.
So we know what's out there on the highways of life.
0-62 MPH in 4.7 Seconds
twin turbo 4 Banger What ?
What ? Volvo's Excellent V60 and S60 Polestar Gets a New 367-hp Twincharged Four
And yes, you will be able to buy one in America!
Volvo
APR 2, 2016
The Volvo S60/V60 has been with us since 2011, and the wonderful Polestar model since 2014, but it appears there's still some life left in the old girl. Volvo announced Friday that it's installing a 367-hp turbo and supercharged inline-four in the S60 and V60 Polestar. It's also doubling production to 1500 cars, which will reach the U.S. this summer as 2017 models.
Previously, the Polestar used a modified version of the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six found in lesser Volvo models, which made 345 horsepower in the Polestar models. Typically, the death of an inline-six is a disappointing affair, but the twincharged inline-four might be an improvement in this case. It makes a bit more power, and it also helped Volvo shave 44 lbs off the six-cylinder car. Even more crucially, the car 53 lbs pounds lighter over the front axle, which should improve handling balance noticeably.
Previously, the Polestar used a modified version of the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six found in lesser Volvo models, which made 345 horsepower in the Polestar models. Typically, the death of an inline-six is a disappointing affair, but the twincharged inline-four might be an improvement in this case. It makes a bit more power, and it also helped Volvo shave 44 lbs off the six-cylinder car. Even more crucially, the car 53 lbs pounds lighter over the front axle, which should improve handling balance noticeably.
Volvo
The drivetrain in the old Polestar was sort of odd in that the inline-six was mounted transversely, which isn't great for handling balance. The new four will still be mounted transversely, but it'll keep more of its weight closer to the center. Torque is slightly lower with the four compared with the six: 347 lb-ft to the six's 369 lb-ft.
Volvo didn't just remap the ECU to make more power out of its inline-four either. The updated Polestar gets a bigger turbo, new connecting rods, a new camshaft, a bigger intake, and a beefier fuel pump. Volvo claims the cars will run from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds. An eight-speed auto replaces the old car's six-speed and power will still be sent to all four wheels.
Volvo didn't just remap the ECU to make more power out of its inline-four either. The updated Polestar gets a bigger turbo, new connecting rods, a new camshaft, a bigger intake, and a beefier fuel pump. Volvo claims the cars will run from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds. An eight-speed auto replaces the old car's six-speed and power will still be sent to all four wheels.
It appears Volvo's added a secret Sport+ mode to the Polestar as well,Activating the mode involves moving the shifter over to Sport, and holding it forward while pulling the downshift paddle twice. This changes the throttle response and shift points and keeps the exhaust valves open. It's like a cheat code, in real life.
We're already big fans of the outgoing S60 and V60 Polestar, so the possibility of an even better-handling version has us pretty excited. In any case, Volvo should be applauded for continuing to offer this fantastic blue.
Also, twincharging is rad: Just ask the Lancia Delta S4.
Also, twincharging is rad: Just ask the Lancia Delta S4.
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