ELECTREK PODCAST: TESLA PICKUP TRUCK, MODEL 3 OPTION AND PRICING UPDATE, PRODUCTION RAMP, MORE

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The Electrek Podcast discusses significant updates regarding the Tesla Model 3, including its ordering process, pricing adjustments, and the introduction of new options. The dual-motor and performance variants are now available for order in North America, with pricing for the performance version seeing a notable reduction. The discussion highlights the performance package, which includes 20-inch wheels, a carbon fiber spoiler (with a caveat about post-delivery installation), and aluminum pedals. The white interior option is also noted as exclusive to the performance trim. Delivery timelines are now more aligned between the US and Canada, with a focus on higher-margin vehicles. The podcast also touches upon Tesla's production ramp, aiming for 5,000 units per week, and addresses potential battery cell shortages from Panasonic. The upcoming Tesla pickup truck is a major topic, with Elon Musk seeking suggestions and revealing details about its potential features, including a dual-motor AWD powertrain, significant towing capacity, and a six-seater configuration. The conversation also briefly covers the 'Mad Max' mode in Autopilot development and the ongoing debate about the necessity of unique EV designs versus traditional car aesthetics.