Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast Episode 507: Cheaper Tesla Reportedly Delayed
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Apr 20, 2025 The anticipated delay of Tesla's more affordable model raises eyebrows among potential buyers. Meanwhile, a police department shares data revealing significant cost savings from using Teslas as police vehicles. Giga Berlin boasts the world's largest free EV charging park, while community votes on new supercharger locations engage listeners. The discussion also touches on Tesla's impact in law enforcement, trends in EV sales, and strategic shifts in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle market. Exciting listener interactions highlight the community's passion for all things Tesla.
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Indiana Police Tesla Savings
- Bargersville Police Department saved about $70,000-$80,000 annually using Teslas in their fleet.
- Tesla vehicles required fewer repairs and had shorter maintenance downtime than gas vehicles.
Mini 3 and Mini Y Delay
- Tesla's more affordable compact versions of Model 3 and Model Y are delayed until late 2025 or early 2026.
- These will be smaller, stripped-down variants rather than entirely new models to leverage brand recognition.
Tesla's Market Dominance in Q1
- Tesla Model Y and Model 3 remain top-selling EVs in the US despite overall market decline.
- Model Y's Q1 drop linked to production pause; Model 3 saw a 70.3% year-over increase after refresh.