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Originally Posted by ksa8907
I like Tesla, I think they've done a great job at pushing the envelope and bringing technology and EV's to market MUCH faster than would have happened without Tesla.
However, Tesla really needs to focus on being profitable. I feel that Elon, and he has said this, doesn't really care if Tesla is around in 10 years as long as it has served its purpose of advancing EV's.
I would guess there is/will be a struggle in power when they have to decide between profitability and technological advancement, new products, etc.
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Their fanciful promises take EV advancement away from legitimate products already available. Leaf sales tanked noticeably the instant the $35,000 Tesla (which meant $27,500 or less after tax credits) was promised for example. They also have done this advancement with 5 billion in taxpayer support. They have a duty to give back to the people at this point.