Tesla cars embody a host of advanced technologies, but the downside is their complexity, which leads to some problems. According to online resource Consumer Reports, the Model X is highly reliable, and is a more striking car than practical. In a recent survey, experts noted many weak points of this model, including door wings, locks, electronics, climate system, power equipment.
Tesla Model X
However, Tesla has something to say against it. At the conference devoted to financial results of the last quarter, CEO Elon Musk noted that the reliability of the Model X actually increased significantly over the past few months. The technical Director of Tesla’s J. B. Straubel (JB Straubel) stated that the number of reports from owners of the Model X in service centers has decreased by 92% compared to last year. He called it a fantastic result and said that the engineering team continues to work in this direction.
Tesla Model X
Recall that the combined sales of Tesla in the third quarter amounted to $2.3 billion, up 145 percent from last year. While gross margin for the quarter increased from 21.6 % to 27.7 %. Revenue from the automotive sector reached $2.15 billion In the third quarter, the company delivered to buyers almost 25 thousand cars (16 047 8774 Model S and Model X). In addition, 5065 at the time of preparation of the report were in transit. The company’s net profit was $22 million, which is undoubtedly a success.
