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Tesla Model 3 will probably have a solar roof option – maybe even ‘deployable’, says CEO Elon Musk

After announcing a new all-glass option similar to the Model 3, but available now on the Model S today, CEO Elon Musk went on a ‘Tweetstorm’ and revealed that Tesla could offer a similar option with embedded solar cells for the Model 3.

The roof would be able to generate solar energy to power the vehicle and/or the components inside…
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Tesla Model 3 will probably have a solar roof option – maybe even ‘deployable’, says CEO Elon Musk

Tideland Prius Nov 5, 2016 Read More Replies: 33
New owner of 2016 Prius

New owner of a 2016 Prius. Glad to be part of the forum. Super happy with it so far love all the features. Just started over and I'm super excited.

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Ashlem

Can Toyota's New Plug-In Prius Peel Off Impatient Tesla Customers Waiting For Model 3?

Forbes said:

Toyota’s rollout plans for the Prime also suggest the Japanese automaker is ready to spar with the Volt and Tesla’s hotly-anticipated sub-$35,000 Model 3. Like the 2017 Volt, the Prius’ new plug-in will be available in all 50 states when it goes on sale later this year. “Nationwide selling may combat Tesla, which has momentum with over $15 billion of Model 3 orders,” said David Whiston, an analyst with Morningstar. “Toyota may want to snag some of those customers who are not willing to wait until their Model 3 order is filled in either late 2017 or even 2018.”
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My thoughts are that it's highly unlikely any Tesla Model 3 reservation holders are going to opt for a Prius Prime.

Compared to a Volt though, they might be able to steal some sales away due to the Toyota reliability reputation, as well as some folks still harboring anti-GM feelings due to the EV-1 debacle, and the Prime being cheaper on sticker price (and...

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