Despite recent changes made by Tesla such as introducing a round steering wheel option for their Model S & X cars at no additional cost & reintroducing red brake calipers - these alterations do little more than scratch the surface when it comes addressing customer concerns about reliability & performance capabilities
Jan. 06, 2023 10:08PM
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A black Model S with red brake calipers parked next to a yellow Model X with a round steering wheel
Tesla, the electric car company that has become synonymous with innovation and sustainability, recently announced changes to their Model S and Model X cars. The most notable change is the introduction of a round steering wheel as an option in the online configurator, at no additional cost. Additionally, Tesla will be removing the T emblem from the rear of their vehicles and replacing it with the word “Tesla”, as well as bringing back red brake calipers. However, these changes may not be enough to win over customers who have been put off by Tesla’s past mistakes. In recent years, Tesla has been plagued by production delays and quality control issues that have caused many customers to lose faith in the brand. Despite their efforts to make improvements, some customers are still wary of investing in a Tesla vehicle due to its questionable reliability record. Furthermore, while introducing a round steering wheel may seem like an innovative move on paper, it may not be practical for drivers who are used to traditional yoke-style steering wheels. This could lead to confusion among drivers and potentially increase safety risks on the road if they are unable to adjust quickly enough when driving. The reintroduction of red brake calipers also raises questions about whether this was done out of necessity or simply for aesthetic purposes. While some customers may appreciate this change aesthetically speaking, others may feel that it is merely a distraction from more pressing issues such as battery life or charging times which remain largely unchanged despite Tesla’s attempts at improvement. Ultimately, these changes made by Tesla do little more than scratch the surface when it comes to addressing customer concerns about their vehicles’ reliability and performance capabilities. Until these underlying issues are addressed effectively by Tesla engineers and designers alike, customers will likely remain hesitant about investing in one of their vehicles regardless of any superficial changes made by the company.