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J Alynn said:
I’d like to agree and think you’re right but wealthy people shop by name more times than not. Look at how many issues Mercedes has and all the wealthy keep buying-same with RR. It’s a shame because I think the traveler will be better in every way but unless the name becomes tied to luxury-which I doubt-rich will still shop the names of what the “Jones” have. Sad commentary in our society
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They might be wealthy, but it doesn’t mean they’re making well-informed purchasing decisions. 🤷‍♀️ People buy a lot of things that cost a lot but aren’t really worth the ask. Maybe Scouts will be the next Labubu but maybe they won’t.

It’ll be that much more of a pain in the ass to get one and make them more of a pain in the ass to insure if they become targets for thieves who want to look like they make an honest blue-collar living but fancier, but we’ll see, I guess.

(On that note, it makes me kind of weirdly excited when I see a Rivian used in a TV show by what is to supposed to be a wealthy character.)
 
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Scoutsie said:
They might be wealthy, but it doesn’t mean they’re making well-informed purchasing decisions. 🤷‍♀️ People buy a lot of things that cost a lot but aren’t really worth the ask. Maybe Scouts will be the next Labubu but maybe they won’t.

It’ll be that much more of a pain in the ass to get one and make them more of a pain in the ass to insure if they become targets for thieves who want to look like they make an honest blue-collar living but fancier, but we’ll see, I guess.

(On that note, it makes me kind of weirdly excited when I see a Rivian used in a TV show by what is to supposed to be a wealthy character.)
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What is a “Labubu”?
 
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THil08 said:
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IONNA Ranked #1 in JD Power Study as Network More than Doubles Size During 2026.

DURHAM, N.C., September 30, 2026 – IONNA, the charging network founded by eight of the world’s leading automakers, was founded on an idea that automaker collaboration would create a better charging experience for drivers. Today, IONNA announced it surpassed more than 180 live charging sites...
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An Ionna station opened up in Irmo, SC (near Columbia) a few weeks ago while my family was at the beach. It is located almost exactly half way to home so it made for a single quick charge to complete the one stop trip. I only needed a few percent so less than 10 minutes at a charge rate of 230 kw. Also, it supported Plug and Charge which meant I plug it in and go sit back in the AC cooled car. No app, no phone, no credit card needed. Just as easy as plugging in at home.
This Ionna is also near my son's home in Lexington, so it will be my primary recharge station for my return trip home when visiting the grandkids there. It was the best recharge experience yet
 
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An Ionna station opened up in Irmo, SC (near Columbia) a few weeks ago while my family was at the beach. It is located almost exactly half way to home so it made for a single quick charge to complete the one stop trip. I only needed a few percent so less than 10 minutes at a charge rate of 230 kw. Also, it supported Plug and Charge which meant I plug it in and go sit back in the AC cooled car. No app, no phone, no credit card needed. Just as easy as plugging in at home.
This Ionna is also near my son's home in Lexington, so it will be my primary recharge station for my return trip home when visiting the grandkids there. It was the best recharge experience yet
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That’s an awesome bonus. Guessing maybe they are ramping up in the area because of SM?
 
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J Alynn said:
That’s an awesome bonus. Guessing maybe they are ramping up in the area because of SM?
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Look at this Ionna station near Westpoint, GA. This is an EV rechargery done right. Look closer in the background. I believe that is the Kia plant that makes EVs. I would say that Ionna is playing smart and their prices is about half compared to Electrify America and Tesla. There is an Ionna near the BMW plant near Greenville as well. BMW is scheduled to begin producing the all electric iX5 by the end of 2026.

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Look at this Ionna station near Westpoint, GA. This is an EV rechargery done right. Look closer in the background. I believe that is the Kia plant that makes EVs. I would say that Ionna is playing smart and their prices is about half compared to Electrify America and Tesla. There is an Ionna near the BMW plant near Greenville as well. BMW is scheduled to begin producing the all electric iX5 by the end of 2026.

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Brilliant strategy
 
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6-ScoutFamily said:
Well that explains everything

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These are Labubu. This is just one example of how a Labubu might be used. This was also very much last year’s thing, but it’s a fine representation of a viral sensation. People of all ages went nuts for these. I know that there are people who still actively seek these out, but the initial feeding frenzy is over and done with.
 
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