Autonomy EV subscription service now in San Diego
Autonomy had a successful launch in Los Angeles in January, added service in the San Francisco Bay Area in March, and then last week the electric vehicle subscription company brought its platform availability to San Diego.
The company that claims to be the cheapest, fastest and easiest way to get a Tesla Model 3 said through a news release that it has accumulated hundreds of active subscribers to its service since launching in California.
“Our mission is to provide consumers with easy, affordable access to electric vehicles,” Autonomy founder and chief executive officer Scott Painter said in the news release.
“We know California to be both the car capital of the world and an early adopter of disruptive new technologies that improve quality of life. We began in L.A., and naturally are excited about expanding into San Diego, the second largest city in California, as we continue to build our presence throughout the state,” Painter continued.
With new pricing announced in March, Autonomy said its monthly subscription costs less than Tesla’s own leasing or financing plans.
Subscribers can reserve a Model 3 via Autonomy’s app or website and a $100 refundable deposit. A payment dial allows customers to personalize subscriptions from as low as $490 per month with an initial $4,900 payment, to $1,000 per month with an initial $1,000 payment.
A $500 refundable security deposit is required when the subscription is activated.
Autonomy is designed to provide a quick and efficient customer experience. A vehicle can be ordered on the app in as little time as 10 minutes and picked up from a vending center the next day or scheduled for delivery within a week.
Autonomy drivers also have the flexibility to subscribe month to month after a three-month minimum hold period.
“San Diegans are moving quickly toward adopting electric vehicles, and the city already has over 1,400 charging stations, including 250 DC Fast Chargers, which make it more convenient for consumers looking to get into an Autonomy subscription,” said Georg Bauer, co-founder and president of Autonomy.
Autonomy recently received $83 million in debt and equity financing to support its expansion.