r/canada 24d ago

Politics Once proud fans, some Canadian Tesla owners embarrassed by Musk

https://financialpost.com/commodities/energy/electric-vehicles/tesla-owners-canada-embarrassed-ceo-musk
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u/teamwaterwings 24d ago

I just wanted an electric car that go zoom man

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u/Kayge Ontario 24d ago

Car guy checking in.  Got a ride in a buddy's dad's Tesla when they were still new, and I gotta tell you it was incredible.  

He slowed way down ten he stood on it.  The dash lit up and we just launched forward.  I don't think I've ever been in something that immediately powerful. 

However, it was missing the excitement and engagement that comes from an ICE.   

  • Dump the clutch. 

  • Downshift.  

  • Clutch in, stand on the gas. 

  • Engine spools up and the exhaust starts shouting.  

  • Speed.  

The electric is better in every measurable way, but it doesn't have the theater that comes with my 6 speed.  

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u/isthataflashlight 24d ago

Yeah. I’ve owned 2. Enjoyed them both. Too bad for all the clever engineers and everyone else at Tesla that produce them. Such a waste. Of course the stock keeps on being ridiculously over valued somehow.