Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) on Wednesday forged a partnership with Uber (NYSE:UBER) to offer its electric cars to Uber drivers at a discounted rate, with savings of up to $3,000.
What Happened: This alliance supports Uber’s continued commitment to vehicle electrification, Electrek reported. Back in 2020, Hertz, the car leasing company, made a significant stride towards electrifying its fleet by placing an order for 100,000 Tesla Model 3 cars. Hertz subsequently provided its drivers with access to these cars through a partnership with Uber.
Fast forward to the present, Tesla has agreed to sell its vehicles directly to Uber drivers through the ride-hailing platform. The Uber ‘vehicle marketplace’ offers drivers the opportunity to buy new or used cars at discounted prices. With this new deal, Tesla emerges as a “partner” on this platform, offering savings of up to $3,000 on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, dependent on the driver’s rating.
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