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[thstone]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

There may be other issues at work, the limited range and seating of the Tesla may be a factor. The fit and finish could also be turning off potential customers.

I think that everything about a plug-in/extended range electric car is a factor and judging by the poor Volt sales, the conclusion seems to be that these cars are just not very compelling at current gas prices versus the ICE alternatives.

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by thstone

I think that everything about a plug-in/extended range electric car is a factor and judging by the poor Volt sales, the conclusion seems to be that these cars are just not very compelling at current gas prices versus the ICE alternatives.

Then there's the other side of the coin where the Prius has been a complete hit. So much so that they've expanded the model line with 2 more versions and Honda basically copied it with the new Insight. There are hybrid versions of the Accord, Camry, Sonata and Fusion. Someone must be buying these things.

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by thstone

I think that everything about a plug-in/extended range electric car is a factor and judging by the poor Volt sales, the conclusion seems to be that these cars are just not very compelling at current gas prices versus the ICE alternatives.

Then there's always this hybrid.

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