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As Tesla gears up for the end of the first quarter of 2024, it doubles Supercharging miles for new vehicle purchases, except for Cybertrucks.
Understanding Tesla's Expanded Supercharging Promotion and Its Cost-Saving Implications
According to InsideEvs, Tesla has exclusively enhanced its first-quarter 2024 promotion, doubling the Supercharging miles from 5,000 to 10,000 with the purchase of almost any new Tesla by the end of the month.
For drivers without a home charging station or those who frequently embark on trips requiring DC Fast Charging, this translates to significant cost savings, making it an offer you want to take advantage of.
Cybertrucks are the only vehicles expressly excluded from this offer. Telsa is okay with the demand challenges for Cybertruck, as each unit it manufactures is being sold rapidly. Furthermore, without any demand issue, applying for supercharging credits is unnecessary.
Calculating the exact value of Supercharging credits can be complex, considering everyone's unique driving habits. However, let's assume a vehicle's efficiency, which is 3 miles per kilowatt-hour of charge, and the average price of $0.45 per kilowatt-hour. The value of those Supercharging credits is approximately $1,500. That's a significant amount of money you could be saving.
Tesla's Sales Strategy in Light of Anticipated 2024 Growth Slowdown
In its fourth-quarter earnings report, Tesla stated that it anticipates "significantly lower" sales growth in 2024 as it concentrates on developing the compact crossover "Redwood," the company's next-generation vehicle scheduled for release in 2025.
Tesla has experience with quarter-end pushes. Indeed, as a publicly traded corporation, investor confidence and stock prices are significantly influenced by sales figures. Tesla has historically offered other vehicle incentives or steep discounts to inflate sales figures.
Tesla has projected lower growth in 2024, underscoring the importance of maintaining its sales volume. As more competition from legacy brands enters the market, it becomes crucial for Tesla to do everything possible to sustain its sales, making this promotion even more valuable.
A decrease in sales volume may increase motivation to purchase a Tesla vehicle, such as complimentary Supercharging miles or simplified access to up-sell software features like Full Self-Driving or Enhanced Autopilot.
We do not anticipate reduced vehicle prices for the Model 3 and Model Y, which are smaller vehicle platforms, especially considering that Tesla has increased the cost of these vehicles multiple times in the past month.
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