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Lexus Champion
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I read some disappointing news regarding the Hyundai Ioniq 5. It seems they are going to be halting production for one week in February due to disappointing sales. Sales have increased YoY, but not as much as hoped. Also competition from BYD is hurting sales in Asia and Europe
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Hard translating that article as I read it since “domestic” meant in South Korea (which is where the one week halt is). Most new North America 2025 IONIQ 5 are coming from the new plant in the US.
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Even Tesla is getting hit in the Chinese market.
On the Hyundai article, I was thinking the numbers didn't make sense, I believe they sold over 44k vehicles in the US in 2024. It was bothering me, so I posted it here to see if someone else could weigh in
On the Hyundai article, I was thinking the numbers didn't make sense, I believe they sold over 44k vehicles in the US in 2024. It was bothering me, so I posted it here to see if someone else could weigh in
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Maybe in 2025 but in 2024 China was the only major region where Tesla sales increased for the company.
Could be wrong but the vibe I get is EV sales are down almost everywhere, FUD works.
On the Hyundai article, I was thinking the numbers didn't make sense, I believe they sold over 44k vehicles in the US in 2024. It was bothering me, so I posted it here to see if someone else could weigh in
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I deleted a post that delved heavily into politics, along with a response.
You all know the rules, but apparently a reminder is in order. NO POLITICS. Going to start booting people from the thread.
You all know the rules, but apparently a reminder is in order. NO POLITICS. Going to start booting people from the thread.
Lexus Champion
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What did I miss? What did I miss?? 😂 JK, I saw it in the notification email 
Fud has been around for awhile, I just live with it and move on. In the end, the EV industry will either overcome fud and flourish, or whither away. I'm betting it will eventually flourish, but I'm a half cup full kinda of guy
Fud has been around for awhile, I just live with it and move on. In the end, the EV industry will either overcome fud and flourish, or whither away. I'm betting it will eventually flourish, but I'm a half cup full kinda of guy
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Horror Story: Used Tesla Purchase
My friend just sent me this. Look at the pics. You can inspect it before taking delivery and nonrefundable deposit????
My friend just sent me this. Look at the pics. You can inspect it before taking delivery and nonrefundable deposit????
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Horror Story: Used Tesla Purchase
My friend just sent me this. Look at the pics. You can inspect it before taking delivery and nonrefundable deposit????
My friend just sent me this. Look at the pics. You can inspect it before taking delivery and nonrefundable deposit????
You know you can find horror stories for any car that exists
Lead Lap
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And you’re right. My friend said his M3LR was in great condition although he also wasn’t able to see his car before putting a deposit on it and signing a paper. His deposit was $250. So he said after reading this, he feels extremely lucky he got one in good condition. He said his had new tires and he didn’t even notice any swirls in his paint. OnIy thing I’m aware of is they had to replace his screen within the 1st month or so after he took ownership.