OEMs Talk Affordability, Tesla Misses In Q1, Why Buyers Are Taking Longer Than Ever

OEMs Talk Affordability, Tesla Misses In Q1, Why Buyers Are Taking Longer Than Ever

Author: More Than Cars Media Network April 3, 2026 Duration: 11:08
Shoot us a Text. Episode #1310: The market squeeze is real as affordability reshapes buying behavior across the board. Tesla feels the EV slowdown while Rivian pivots toward value, and new data shows Gen Z shoppers aren’t impulsive, just taking their time. As costs stack up across the ownership lifecycle, automakers are getting real about affordability and how it affects product strategy, pricing, and what actually moves on the lot. Subaru is leaning into efficiency and practicality as gas pr...

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