I've put down my US$1,000 to reserve a Tesla Model 3. NZ will be last on the list to get them....probably late 2018 at the earliest.
I love my (24kw battery) 2015 Model S Nissan LEAF and I will love my (30kw battery) 2016 "Tekna" LEAF even more when it arrives in 2 months from the UK. Petrol is dead to me.
But what then?
My concern is that existing automakers may drag their heels on EVs to avoid cannibalising their existing products lines and manufacturing assets.
Tesla has no potentially stranded assets to protect. Their success depends entirely on electric cars being great and going mainstream. With its 400km range and Tesla's clear commitment to a national supercharging network (which we may have to subscribe to.....no problem).....it's a powerful combination going forward.
I've seen a couple of Model S Tesla cars. They are awesome.
I'm in.
Now.........we wait. Probably 18 months to two years in NZ. By which time I'll be looking for my next car anyway.