10 Electric Cars that Dealers Can’t Sell ! | Here is why!

The automotive industry is increasingly producing more electric vehicles (EVs) to compete with Tesla. However, a significant challenge is the lack of sufficient demand. Not all consumers are convinced about the benefits of EVs. While some electric models are popular, others are less so. Buyers are taking a more cautious approach, considering factors like price and charging infrastructure. This suggests that increasing the market share of EVs might be more challenging than previously anticipated. To offer up-to-date insights, we've compiled data on EV inventory from CarEdge. This data highlights which electric models are remaining unsold at dealerships for extended periods. We've organized these models by their "Market Day Supply," indicating the number of days needed to sell the existing inventory at the current sales pace.

[timruehle]

I looked at a Ford Mach-E a few months ago.
The dealership added $15, 000 to the sticker price as a "market adjustment"!
I laughed all the way out of the showroom.

[biscuitninja]

When i looked at a lot of electric vehicles, every single one of them had between 20-30% markup. I have zero wonder why they aren't selling well. GREED is taking over.

[InHerMajestiesDefense]

The car companies seemingly don't know what the consumers want, and the dealer markups are just incredible. everyone has to get money yeah, but as if im going to buy a basic electric car for the price of one that is gas powered and is premium.

[pinkypoohable]

I have owned an EV for nearly two years. The main problem I have with it is the fluctuation and depreciation of range from full charge. It’s hard to trust the numbers when you are doing long distance driving. The anxiety is real because the distance travelled doesn’t reliably reflect the numbers being shown in the car. There are too many factors that affects the battery range aside from distance. Outside temperatures particularly in the height winter and summer drastically affects the range. I think EVs are only beneficial in city driving where breathable air quality is important particularly in an urban environment. For long distance driving, you’re better off with a turbo diesel. EVs shouldn’t be marketed as an all around do it all car because it’s not. Like towing or hauling for example.😅

[michaelmcfeely]

No bailouts for the auto industry. Tell the auto industry and their supporters in Congress don't even think of asking for a bailout. Not again. Never again.

[kevinw]

I think the true reason is that most consumers can't afford one even if they want to buy an EV.

[TomSimba]

The focus on high-end, fancy models completely dismissed the need for affordable transportation the average folks are looking to buy. EVs are selling well in Europe and Asia because their lineup includes lots of entry and economy models that people can afford.

[rickuyeda]

The first Nissan Leaf was $44K. A top of the line Prius, at the time, was $26K.

[lalutte]

I don’t understand how all these manufacturers failed to conduct a complete market survey before investing billions in inventory they cant sell—there is also a matter of affordability 80-90% of household wouldn’t qualify to finance them

[truhartwood]

Would be good to compare these models that aren't selling to the models that are in order to highlight why they're not selling.

[khoupernikkus]

I remember shopping for both a Lyriq and a Mach-E a year ago. Couldn’t find a dealer that was willing to sell it without insane markups lol. Today, the same dealers can’t sell the same vehicles even with insane discounts. Went with a C8 and Macan T instead.

[TheNotehead]

I guess I'm pretty fortunate, I recently bought a Chevy Bolt EV and it was right at MSRP and it's a great little car. Drives beautifully, it's comfortable, premium sound system, heated seats and steering wheel, plenty of safety features, and about 260 miles per charge. The obvious downside is that it has rather slow charging, but we have no intention of taking it more than 200 miles away — we still have an aging ICE car that would be fine for that if the need arises. We're very happy with the Bolt.

[teardowndan]

As an apartment dweller who wouldn't be able to charge at home, EVs make no economic sense since fast-charging all of the time is as expensive as gasoline, is likely to cause premature battery failure, takes 10X longer for half the range and costs 10-20k$ more up-front.

[michel]

Several factors come to mind; price, range anxiety, brand reputation?

[jokerface]

When a new battery costs almost the cost of a brand new car, often more, that's just absurd

[meow]

It’s the same situation in singapore. Dealer that only have EV available for fighting for market share, while dealers that have both ICE/hybrid and EV are pricing their EV higher and complain that EV are too expensive to sell

[Daniel-itdp]

I looked up the first car mentioned, Mercedes EQE, and it lists for $65-110, 000 for a compact EV so no wonder they're not selling.

[triplem]

Here in the UK there are hundreds of thousands - maybe millions - of homes in towns and cities that front direct onto the street and have no garage or vehicle pull-in. That makes it virtually impossible for people living in those homes to charge an EV overnight. Seems to me a pretty big obstacle to their acceptance - which is why used ICE car values will skyrocket once the ban on new sales hits in a mere dozen years' time..

[JG-erus]

Got the f150 lightning. It's awesome. I tried the truck. I asked questions to real owners and finally decided to get one and I love it. Don't let anyone decide for you. Get real info. I never thought of getting one and here I am. No regrets.

[arthurflax]

Just bought a Ford Mustang Mach e. Great looking, powerful, fast and perfect for my work around town. Drive to work. Plug it in. Always charged up and ready to drive! 280 miles range with the base version and bought at the right price!