Tesla Model 3 Consumer Satisfaction In Germany — The Good & The Bad
In recent years, Tesla as an American brand did sell a fair number of the Model S and X but could not challenge the premium products of the German manufacturers in their home market.
They remain until today on a low unit-sold level —although, somehow not seen in the category of all other American manufacturers (like Ford, Chrysler, and GM),
Many predict that it may sell well in Norway or the Netherlands, countries with high incentives for EVs,
All complaints I found before and after delivery are included in 6 categories:
• Delays in delivery and a long wait with no or contradicting communication
• Unclear sequencing (e.g., early reservation holders waiting longer than new ones)
• Repeated postponement of delivery dates and locations
• Dirty, not detailed cars, missing charging cables, missing spoilers
• Scratches, improperly aligned glass roof, panel gaps, and issues with door sealings
• Issues with charging speed
but consumers in Germany will not accept nor compromise and will continue to buy what they bought before or wait for a compelling EV from German manufacturers.
It is not known how many reservation holders of the Model 3 are in Germany,
but the average opinion has been that existing reservation holders will be disappointed
It’s repeatedly said that the anticipated disappointment will make the Model 3 a product for Tesla “fanboys” and “fangirls” only
CleanTechnica
https://cleantechnica.com/2019/02/24/tesla-model-3-consumer-satisfaction-in-germany-the-good-the-bad