Renault 5 sales overtake Tesla Model Y in France
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The Renault 5 E-Tech has taken the French electric car market by storm, outselling even the Tesla Model Y in its first full month of sales.

The Model Y is prettier and performs better, not to mention the charging infrastructure in place is a huge bonus. For Renault to overcome all of that, bloody well done.

  • sabreW4K3@lazysoci.alOPM
    312·
    9 days ago

    Super chargers are still a draw.

    Edit because apparently people hate honesty now.

    ##Superchargers vs. Average Car Chargers in Europe Power Output

    • Superchargers: Typically offer high power output, ranging from 150kW to 250kW (DC).
    • Average Car Chargers: Usually offer lower power output, typically between 3kW to 22kW (AC). Charging Speed
    • Superchargers: Significantly faster, capable of adding significant range in a short amount of time.
    • Average Car Chargers: Slower, suitable for overnight or long-duration charging.

    #Location

    • Superchargers: Strategically located at motorway service stations and other high-traffic areas.
    • Average Car Chargers: Found in various locations, including homes, workplaces, public car parks, and some retail locations.

    #Cost

    • Superchargers: Generally more expensive per kWh, but faster charging can offset this.
    • Average Car Chargers: Typically cheaper per kWh, but slower charging. Connector Type
    • Superchargers: Proprietary Tesla connector.
    • Average Car Chargers: Primarily use the Type 2 connector.

    #Network

    • Superchargers: Part of the Tesla Supercharger Network, exclusive to Tesla vehicles.
    • Average Car Chargers: Part of various networks operated by different providers, offering broader compatibility. In summary, Superchargers are designed for long-distance travel, offering rapid charging capabilities, while average car chargers are more suitable for daily commuting and overnight charging. The choice between the two depends on specific needs and driving habits. Note: While Tesla has been expanding its Supercharger network and opening it up to other EV manufacturers in some regions, the core network remains proprietary to Tesla.

    Elon is still a dickhead, but he can be a dickhead and have a certain level of success behind him.

    • sanpo@sopuli.xyz
      5·
      9 days ago

      In what way? I’ve literally never seen a Tesla charger where I live, but there’s a ton of generic ones.

    • Sentau@discuss.tchncs.de
      5·
      9 days ago

      Dude why is chat gpt or whatever llm you are using comparing the supercharger DC fast charger to AC charging solutions, it makes no sense.

      The point is that since superchargers in Europe use the same CCS connectors as others, non tesla EVs can use them as well. It is not a plus point for Teslas