"It's hard to fathom this happening today, but not so long ago, we'd collectively get really, really excited about the debut of a new iPhone. Livestreams broke the internet, Apple Stores overflowed with launch-day crowds, and everyone obsessed over the latest features. That hype has faded-smartphones became routine, Apple's updates more iterative than revolutionary. This new iPhone 17 may be impressive, but it's no cultural moment."
"But the latest update to the Model Y no longer feels groundbreaking. It's a better version of the same car with sharper looks, more range, a nicer interior and stronger specs. Yet Tesla hasn't changed the fundamentals. There's still no ultra-fast charging, 800-volt architecture, factory bi-directional charging or flashy Cybertruck tech like steer-by-wire. It feels like the "slightly better camera" update of EVs. And that's all before we get to certain perception issues Tesla has these days, to put it gently."
Smartphone launches no longer produce the same cultural excitement as before, with updates becoming more iterative than revolutionary. The Tesla Model Y established modern EV expectations and became the world's best-selling car in 2023. The updated Model Y brings sharper styling, increased range, an improved interior, and stronger performance figures, but it does not introduce transformative technologies. The vehicle still lacks ultra-fast charging, an 800-volt electrical architecture, factory bi-directional charging, or steer-by-wire systems. Perception challenges surround the brand despite technical improvements. Pricing in the U.S. starts at $44,900 for the Long-Range RWD and $48,990 for the Long-Range AWD. Usable battery capacity is about 75 kWh, with 357 miles (RWD) and 327 miles (AWD) of range.
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