• roofuskit@lemmy.world
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    4 days ago

    Rivian and Tesla are trying to hit price points with lower volumes so they are 100% aiming to reduce manufacturing costs even if it creates scenarios like this.

    • SaveTheTuaHawk@lemmy.ca
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      2 days ago

      This was an issue when they were making record profit margins in the industry and charging $150,000++.

      It’s only a problem now when people pull out of purchases because they get a shocking insurance quote.