They could established 4 or 6 distribution 'hubs' or 'pick-up stations' logistically placed across the country where Aptera by the truckload (ordered in that region) could be deposited for pick-up. This should put owners less than 500 miles max for pickup.
@Kerbe #12705 I don't think there are enough unicorns left to pull more than 2 or 3 flatbeds but there are plenty of Thestrals from Hogwarts to do the job,
Just got an official response: Delivery is still in the plans, "no exact details on timing just yet but stay tuned!" My email to them was specific to Hawaii deliveries, but if those are in the cards it's safe to assume all other states are also.
At production volume, that's about 40 cars per day. Given a little bit of "friction" in getting cars to buyers, they'll need room to park, say 10 days, or 400 cars. On the plus side, if they leave the cars in a parking lot outdoors, they'll be fully charged from the solar panels when you come to get it.
I've never taken a cross-country train trip so here's my plan: If the delivery cost is less than the Amtrak fare, I'll go with delivery. If the Amtrak fare is lower than the delivery fee, I'll make the 80-hour, 3-day trip to San Diego - and spend the 7-day/1000 mile return period visiting friends in CA. Either way, it's gonna be an adventure!
I'll most likely Fly to California to pick it up and drive home to Colorado with scenic vacation stops along the way. By the time I arrive to my home, I'll be able to report back on it's camping and dirt road performance as well as hill climbing and downhill recharging after driving a few high elevation passes such as Eisenhower and Vail on I-70. (11,158 ft & 10,666 ft elevation)
It's a crazy but wonderful waste of time, Seattle to San Diego by train, but to travel to the factory in a nineteenth century transporter and return home in a twenty-first century seems only appropriate.
If you have the time it would be fun to do a road trip from the factory to your home. Especially if there is a delivery fee that will be waived if picking up from San Diego.
They could established 4 or 6 distribution 'hubs' or 'pick-up stations' logistically placed across the country where Aptera by the truckload (ordered in that region) could be deposited for pick-up. This should put owners less than 500 miles max for pickup.
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Yes Price includes shipping but no specifics HOW
There were conversions about a savings (?) if picked up at the factory but then again... No real details yet
Yes Price includes shipping but no specifics HOW
There were conversions about a savings (?) if picked up at the factory but then again... No real details yet
On the order I read "free shipping"
Just got an official response: Delivery is still in the plans, "no exact details on timing just yet but stay tuned!" My email to them was specific to Hawaii deliveries, but if those are in the cards it's safe to assume all other states are also.
At production volume, that's about 40 cars per day. Given a little bit of "friction" in getting cars to buyers, they'll need room to park, say 10 days, or 400 cars. On the plus side, if they leave the cars in a parking lot outdoors, they'll be fully charged from the solar panels when you come to get it.
It will be nice to anything post pandemic, but nice adventure!🤠
Got my first vaccination ... baby steps😉
I've never taken a cross-country train trip so here's my plan: If the delivery cost is less than the Amtrak fare, I'll go with delivery. If the Amtrak fare is lower than the delivery fee, I'll make the 80-hour, 3-day trip to San Diego - and spend the 7-day/1000 mile return period visiting friends in CA. Either way, it's gonna be an adventure!
That might eat up the buyer’s
7 day / 1000 mi trial period😉
But it would be a sweet job!
I just found a cool new job opportunity. I pick up new Apteras in San Diego and drive them across the country...
If you have the time it would be fun to do a road trip from the factory to your home. Especially if there is a delivery fee that will be waived if picking up from San Diego.
In the beginning they mentioned delivered And believe in the ordering process it stated “Delivered“ if I recall...
At once they mentioned a possible discount to pick up, but all to be worked out