G. David Felt

In the past they used to have SS on every product line and that is what I am relating to, Ford and GM have both used their performance labels on the whole product lines then none, then one, etc. that is all. Totally agree, Mercedes is a mainstream brand as you stated with a few luxury models as they also sell commercial utility to passenger Mercedes vans on the same lot as an A, B, C, E and S series. I have not seen a single Porsche, Rolls or Bentley entry level auto or utility van with those badges.

Freezer Jam

This individual works at blue cross/blue shield and started living out of the camper in March of this year. Now there are 3 others that also park in the lot who work there, no longer living in an apartment. It is what I have noticed. Will take a pic next time I drive down that parking street by their campus. Never had the RVs before the pandemic and now seems to be more moving around but in this area.

This cracked me up. Thanks for the laugh. Nope, no hatred at all just crazy what Tesla is charging for that others make equal at a less price. Choices, that is all.

To me a big difference is in the cost of accessories from the name brand when you buy their auto to begin with. @oldshurst442 makes a valid point about every business has a right to capitalize on their brand name to make extra profit. My OUCH is that they are late to this party and they have superior 3rd party products out there doing a better job as a lower price. But to each their own. In regards to project auto's, we each have our own taste on how we want to restore an auto for driving enjoyment. You are doing it as an ICE project, for me, I am excited to do it as an EV project. Very different compared to accessory sales for current on sale auto's.

Cool sounding updates for the Gladiator and Wrangler for 2021 model year. Seems more V8 power will be on tap for those wanting it. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2021-jeep-wrangler-updates-ford-bronco-report/

For new Model S and X purchases, Tesla has increased the charge rate to be equal to the model 3 and Y at 250kWh charge rate. Supposedly when they show off the all new designed S, they are supposed to have a new battery and charge rate to be competitive with upcoming Rivian, Ford and GM which is going to have 350 kWh charge rates bringing fast charging to the same time as ICE fueling. The question asked in this story is why and what has changed in the existing products to bring up this increase finally? https://electrek.co/2020/07/12/tesla-updates-model-s-x-supercharging-rate-250-kw/ New ordered Tesla S and X get these accessories included with the auto. Yet for everyone else, pay up is what Tesla Says for the new Wireless charging pad $125 and the new cargo net $50. OUCH when both are so much cheaper on Amazon via 3rd party suppliers. https://electrek.co/2020/07/11/tesla-pricey-new-accessories/

Mercedes-Benz takes financial stake and creates partnership to insure battery supply for EV product line in Chinese company that is also building production facility in Germany. Seems MB is not able to produce and bring online enough production in time to support their products, so buying into a Chinese company to ensure supply. https://chargedevs.com/newswire/mercedes-announces-partnership-with-battery-cell-manufacturer-farasis/

Lacking (at GM)

Seeing more and more people living out of trailer's. Never seen such a base model Toyota truck before.

@Robert Hall @oldshurst442 Good Read on the Hummer by GMC. https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1128832_2022-gmc-hummer-ev-sut-suv-price-specs-review-photos-info

@Robert Hall @oldshurst442 I am excited to see what the Dash is like in the Hummer EV by GMC. I like the peeks they have shown so far of the open air roof design. Ford Mach e I like also, a nice blend between traditional and tech. You have manual controls on the Steering Wheel and digital on the center screen. Rivian is again like the Mach e with manual controls on the steering wheel, digital on the center dash, but to me a much more Luxurious interior than anything Tesla offers. I honestly can see both of you in a CPO EV.

Marketing

I find that is a strong reason I work for Dell Technologies. Multi-Cultural diverse work environment with a strong drive for equality regardless of orientation. They drive for us to stay relevant with training while we drive the bleeding edge of tech Globally. An American Company that invests in their employees to make a global difference. It is why #iworkfordell Tesla has some great Tech, I just find their Style to be a failure, interiors to be a failure and their narcissist's CEO to be repugnant to the point that I will wait for something else (RIVIAN, Ford Mach e, GM Hummer) before I spend my hard earned Dollars on an EV.

I agree with you on the Generic FWD/AWD platforms that is shared with Chevy/GMC. I think while your right about the Power Surge of the communist in China, it is still a good way to have the US in a positive light of selling our products there rather than walk away from a market that makes up 1/5th of the world population. I think we need to fight to show democracy everywhere. Just need better leadership to see a global vision of growth at GM and a plan on how to accomplish that.

Really? They are leading with Buick and have so much invested, so your saying GM will walk away from the market and investments they made there?

NA and China only with Chevrolet the global brand maybe?

One has to wonder with all the new startups and china pushing to expand outside china, what the numbers for everyone will end up being in 10 years. Current as of Q2 2020: https://www.statista.com/statistics/343162/market-share-of-major-car-manufacturers-in-the-united-states/ Global market share: https://www.statista.com/statistics/316786/global-market-share-of-the-leading-automakers/ One has to wonder about the thinking of the badge snobs when Mercedes is below Chevrolet in global market share. @smk4565 As much as you talk about how great MB is globally, they have smaller market share than many other lesser brands. Care to try to explain that? QUESTION to EVERYONE! What do you think it will take for an AMERICAN Auto Company Ford or GM to be truly global again?

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Loose

Seems ahead of the reveal Monday, the two door bronco leaked. https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/this-is-it-2021-bronco-with-top-off-doors-removed-sand-in.1676/ More Bronco leaked images here: https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/mid-day-2021-bronco-and-bronco-sport-teasers.1670/ Hate to say it, while I was excited for this Bronco, it looked dated already. Too Retro. Bummer This so reminds me of the 70's before everyone was trying to save you in your auto. https://jalopnik.com/being-a-kid-was-just-a-little-more-fun-before-parents-r-1844342712 Cool editorial about buying old cars. https://jalopnik.com/is-it-a-bad-idea-to-buy-an-older-model-as-a-daily-drive-1844334210