[lazyjones]

> and their inability to properly deliver finished cars to their customers when promised (i.e., basic logistics).

What are you even talking about? I bought my Model S 2 years ago and waited the same amount of time as for the previous BMW (3 months), which didn't even come from overseas (I'm in Europe).

> The cars you've mentioned aren't meant to have maximum range at high speeds; they're meant to have X range at commuter speeds while providing a luxurious rid

And this is why they are no Tesla competitors for most people - who don't want or can't afford a second car for long distances.

> You'll also have to demonstrate (with cites) that the aerodynamics will cost them 20% of posted range

Lots of people have, it's simple physics. At higher speeds, air resistance causes most of the energy consumption. The results can be calculated easily:

https://www.ecalc.ch/evcalc.php?lang=en

130 Km/h (= 80 mph)

Model S = 22 KWh/100 Km

Mercedes EQC = 30 KWh/100 Km

i-Pace = 28,5 KWh/100 Km