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Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by Cthulhu_ »

slg wrote: post #194

Some of the press pics and video from inside the car is really interesting. There is no instrument panel and the only screen is the center tablet. That would seem to be somewhat inconvenient to view things like speed. I wonder if that is hinting at a future with expanded autopilot were the driver can pay less attention to the instruments. [1] - https://twitter.com/autonews_west/status/715761107508584448 [2] - https:/…

Usually you'd drive on cruise control, I reckon. Wouldn't be surprised if Tesla has or adds a semi-auto cruise control that either matches speed with other traffic, or with the speed limits on that stretch of road already.

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Post by jasonwen »

gniv wrote: post #129
salimmadjd wrote: post #16

A gated experience to watch the unveil video? Is Tesla desperate for leads and sales? This tells me Tesla is hurting for numbers or they're worried about GM Bolt and others. So they want to spam the interested parties or keep them from committing to other brands for the next year or so until Model 3 is available. BTW, Bolt has already been unveiled [0] And some manufacturing has already started [1] [0] http://arstech…

The Chevy Bolt looks pretty good! Some more recent pictures: http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/darin-gesse-chevrolet-bolt...

Is that you, CEO of GM? :')

Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by jonshariat »

slg wrote: post #194

Some of the press pics and video from inside the car is really interesting. There is no instrument panel and the only screen is the center tablet. That would seem to be somewhat inconvenient to view things like speed. I wonder if that is hinting at a future with expanded autopilot were the driver can pay less attention to the instruments. [1] - https://twitter.com/autonews_west/status/715761107508584448 [2] - https:/…

As a UI designer this is really interesting. How do drivers view speed? I need a demo video!

Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by Cthulhu_ »

throwawaytenmil wrote: post #49
valine wrote: post #43

> If you buy a conventional car, your interaction with the people who made it has ended. With Tesla, that interaction has only just begun. There's something unnerving about this. Your car has access to so much information about you. Where you go, where you work, what stores you like to shop at, and what restaurants you like. To me, a car is a tool. When I purchase a car, I'm purchasing The engine, the wheels, and the…

Welp, enjoy using your phone buddy!

I'm not your buddy, friend!

Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by Cthulhu_ »

Ingon wrote: post #76
lai wrote: post #65

Wow it looks really nice. The front is completely sealed.

Yeah, I understand that's a bold "see, I'm electric" statement, but still feels a bit awkward.

Only because you're used to a grill(e?); the Tesla doesn't need it, and if they added one for aesthetic purposes, it'd just be bad for aerodynamics and harder to clean.

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Post by Cthulhu_ »

agumonkey wrote: post #181

I may be that paranoid, but the glass roof feels as thrilling as scary. What happens if something drops on it ? if the car ends up tumbling ? the roll cage is probably as sturdy as anything Tesla did before but that seems like a too large open spot ..

It'd probably just shatter; should be laminated glass so it wouldn't explode into your eyes much. Regular cars are just as scary when you think about it, imagine the roof collapsing on top of you.

Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by Cthulhu_ »

UnoriginalGuy wrote: post #98
serf wrote: post #60

Earlier quoted context omitted.

> The whole implication is that "girly = bad" which is sexist, and then you have guys who are going to be emasculated if they enjoy a "girly" thing which is also sexist. Cars are designed with specific genders in mind.[0][1][2] I don't know if it's a good thing or a bad thing, but it is. The linked articles come to some conclusions as to why. Also please note that no one made the 'girly=bad' assertion but you. [0]: h…

> Also please note that no one made the 'girly=bad' assertion but you. It was implicitly made. They dislike the Bolt's look so described it as "girly" (using the term as a negative). So unless you're claiming that they meant "girly" as a compliment, my point stands. If they didn't mean "girly=bad" then their entire statement makes no sense. It only makes sense if they meant it negatively.

Maybe s/he was just making a statement? Let me re-quote it, there's no judgment of any sort attached to the statement

"Bolt? That's a car for girls(at least by design)."

Any negative connotation with that is in the eye of the beholder.

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Post by scoot »

helicon wrote: post #279

Yesterday Elon Musk tweeted this[1]: "Tomorrow is Part 1 of the Model 3 unveil. Part 2, which takes things to another level, will be closer to production. " And back in January he tweeted this[2]: "In ~2 years, summon should work anywhere connected by land & not blocked by borders, eg you're in LA and the car is in NY" Do you think he is saying the Model 3 will be fully autonomous? [1] https://twitter.com/elonmusk/st…

It sounds like it, but that would be on hell of a battery range if that's true.

Re: Model 3 Unveiling [video]

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Post by Shengbo »

jvm wrote: post #136

> Both cars will start at $30,000 or less after federal tax credits of $7,500 are applied. And both go at least 200 miles on a fully charged battery. The Bolt is a five-passenger hatchback that boasts cargo space and more legroom for rear passengers—front-seat backs are an inch thinner than in most cars. Looks almost identical specs-wise to Chevy Bolt, which will be available at the end of 2016 rather than 2017. http…

It's just my opinion, but I think the Chevy looks awful compared to the Model 3.
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