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Originally Posted by sendler
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That is odd indeed, first I have heard of it and appears to be a terrible idea.
I am hoping that all that refers to is the standard Chevy dual planetary that allows for nearly infinite electric gear ratios and not an actual transmission which would be a horrible idea.
Also I think the QC network is likely premature and also not needed. Don't get me wrong, its nice,
but the reality is that Teslas QC network is likely under a variety of assumptions, cloak and dagger.
Many seem to think that teslas QC network will stay free forever and have no limitations, there have already been complaints from tesla to customers if they are a "heavy user" as the convenience network is only for occasional trip use.
I have a very strong feeling that once and if Tesla makes a mass production variant and it is on time, on budget and sold for the amount they claim and it sells in the volume they want, we may see policy change for future cars.
The level of investment to make a real QC network for more than a couple cars is monstrous and unlikely until it somehow becomes profitable.
I think GM is likely right on the profitable part of a QC network and they don't support it for good reason.
Ah well, nothing like economics.