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Can an Afeela 1 match the range and charging of established EV brands?
23 January 2025 09:48
I think their target market will be fine with it. If you’re in the market for this car you probably aren’t too concerned with maximizing range or minimizing charge times on road trips.
Can an Afeela 1 match the range and charging of established EV brands?
23 January 2025 09:48
Clearly they're banking on the Sony brand and entertainment features to carry them. But I think they’re underestimating how much EV buyers care about range and charging these days.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
It's a smart move. New EVs are the perfect test for California. If they can iron out any issues, they can go nationwide.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
Terrible idea. They’re limiting their market for no good reason. Honda and Sony have the means to go big from the get go.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
I get it but it feels old. Now EVs are mainstream, so they should be thinking bigger.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
If they use California as a launchpad for building hype, it could work. If the car takes off there, they’ll start seeing demand in other states.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
To me, this screams 'we're not ready'. If they can't manage a nationwide launch, the car might not be as production ready as they've been saying.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
I think it's fine. It’s better to start small and get it right than rush a nationwide rollout and mess it up.
Will Afeela's decision to launch in California only pay off?
23 January 2025 09:48
It’s probably more a question of limited production capacity rather than anything else. California is being used to test the waters before they ramp up.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
It's the future. They are outdated and just add unnecessary costs. Tesla made direct sales work, and Afeela will too.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
Bad move. The valvè des usuaris of the dealerships is a service (test drive, immediate service, etc.) that are not available anywhere else. Turning off a lot of potential buyers, online only will do.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
They could make it work, but they need to get the online experience right, and have a good plan for test drives and service. It’s not just about selling, it’s about supporting the product for the long haul.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
I'm skeptical. They got away with it because they were first, and they had a cult following. Afeela doesn't have that luxury.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
It's a double-edged sword. Without a physical presence they'll have to spend big on marketing to build brand awareness but they'll save money on dealerships.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
I like it. Buying a car from a dealership sucks. A lot of people will go with them if they can just make it as simple as ordering anything else online.
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
It's risky. Established luxury brands with strong dealer networks are what they are up against. If they don’t have an amazing online platform to compete, they better have...
What will Afeela’s direct to consumer sales model do for it?
23 January 2025 09:48
This could be their secret weapon. But if they can deliver a seamless, Apple like buying experience, they could differentiate themselves from traditional automakers.
Is the Afeela 1’s $89,900 price tag justified?
23 January 2025 09:48
No way, that’s ridiculous for an unproven brand. For that money you could get a top spec Tesla Model S or Lucid Air with better performance and charging speeds.
Is the Afeela 1’s $89,900 price tag justified?
23 January 2025 09:48
I think it's justified. It's not just a car, you're paying for cutting edge tech from Sony. There are all sorts of entertainment and autonomous features that alone would be worth the premium.
Is the Afeela 1’s $89,900 price tag justified?
23 January 2025 09:48
It's a tough sell. It sounds cool, but $90k is a lot to ask when you can buy established luxury EVs for less. And they have to do something truly unique to warrant that price.
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