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by rickdeckard 609 days ago
> I'm pretty sure I'm never going back to Tesla if Rivian and other auto companies deliver better value and quality EVs

Which is a very sober and reasonable statement. If other companies deliver better value and quality, the only reason to buy a Tesla would be brand-loyalty (which is not a good reason to compromise on value/quality)
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nathannecro 609 days ago
As mentioned, I had a few teething issues with the Rivian (mostly car noise and a leaky AC) so I was able to try out some other EVs while the truck was in the shop. I'll say that companies like Hyundai, Ford, and Mercedes have really come a long way in building EVs and all three of those are at least as good as Tesla if not better.

In my area, I can lease an entry-level Mercedes EV (I forget what they're called) something like 20-30% cheaper than I can get a Model 3. The entry-level Mercedes is decidedly worse than the Model 3, but you can't beat the pricing for what is still a very solid car (with more space and better sound quality to boot).

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rickdeckard 608 days ago
No need to elaborate on that, as mentioned you made a very reasonable statement.

Congrats on coming to a conclusion based on facts rather than brand-image.

Rivian seems to have produced a good car, especially considering the young age of the company.

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