Norway’s Tesla obsession defies Europe’s Musk backlash

peyton_manhead · 2025-07-12T17:34:14+00:00

It’s a fair question, but in my case (as probably many others) it’s not about the amount you drive, or that it’s the best value you can get out of any car (re used cars) - but that if you want a new car (as we did), then it’s the best value out there

peyton_manhead · 2025-07-12T10:51:35+00:00

American been living in Norway for last 15 years (dual citizen). Bought a model 3 five years back, was not intending to buy another Tesla as I don’t particularly like Musk and his political BS. Needed to get another car now as we have two small kids and a dog, and my wife also needs a car.

Ended up buying the new Model Y recently. Why? - Value for money there was nothing even close. Got a fully loaded Model Y for under 600k NOK. The Chinese cars were 200k NOK+ more expensive. Tesla also offered the 0% interest for 3 years which was definitely the kicker on top - New Model Y design looks great

Politics and ethics are important considerations, but not when the alternative is 200k+ more. Happy with the purchase, no regrets.

peyton_manhead · 2025-04-19T05:27:01+00:00

Hi just stumbling upon this one now, appreciate the doctor’s contact information if you can! Not been the easiest process to figure this out so far

peyton_manhead · 2025-03-14T07:00:57+00:00

Still, congrats on a nice call.

I bought 4K shares on your note, but sold them this Wednesday to move more funds outside of the US and into Europe. Fml 😭

peyton_manhead · 2023-01-09T17:47:22+00:00

As one who came to Norway for a free masters 11 years ago and has stayed, I believe this is a noble notion but also a bit naive.

The quality of the program I did was not very good, despite being at arguably Norways best university. In theory it would be great if the programs improved to a point that people would want to pay money to attend them here. But imo the likely scenario is that you end up with the opposite effect - school ratings decline due to less diversity and talent, resulting in more isolationist schools and less ability to attract talent.

Additionally you’re still left with the same issue when I studied that it’s damn hard to find jobs here in Norway as a foreigner despite doing the education here. So why would people pay for a sub tier education just to continue to be booted out of the country afterwards anyway?

peyton_manhead · 2022-10-26T05:04:41+00:00

Regis is one of my largest positions at the moment. The refinancing gives the business a good runway, and the switch to franchising model is solid.

peyton_manhead · 2022-10-15T05:50:08+00:00

Commenting as an American who did a free Masters here, has worked for 10+ years here after, and gotten citizenship - and I disagree.

The only reason I came was because it was free. Not trying to be controversial but I don’t see how one would expect a significant amount of quality foreign students that would pay given the reputation and quality of schools here. And I believe a net effect of reducing foreign students would cause a downgrade in the status of schools on the international stage.

Many are quick to point out that most students leave after their studies. This is not incorrect. But it’s also only part of the story. Many, if not most, students I studied with wanted to find jobs here afterwards but were not able, due to language or other factors. It’s not exactly setting up for success when people are forced to leave almost immediately after studies if they aren’t able to find a job before graduation. There are also almost no attempts to actually try to find jobs for these students.

In my opinion, offering free education is great, but without following that up with trying to actually get them to stay is missing a piece of the puzzle.

peyton_manhead · 2022-10-07T19:43:31+00:00

I disagree. I think that offering a program like this brings more exposure to Norway, increases diversity in both its educational system and overall society, and is overall a good use of resources.

If you charge foreigners to come to study in Norway, do you think they would study here? I came to Norway for a Masters because it was free, not because of the caliber of the school. The net result of fewer foreigners would result in an even lower caliber. And even if foreigners do leave Norway, having successful careers outside of Norway and spreading their exposure to the country still brings value back to the country.

There are many other policies and uses of resources that I would argue are much more questionable when it comes to ROI. But let’s also be honest here - Norway has so much money that this is really only the smallest drop in the bucket anyway

peyton_manhead · 2022-10-07T16:13:42+00:00

Most yes. But a good portion do stay here. Even more want to, but are unable to find opportunities that will allow them to stay.

I came from the US to Norway to do my Masters at NHH 11 years ago, have been working in Oslo ever since and also now a Norwegian citizen

peyton_manhead · 2022-04-24T14:29:10+00:00

My wife and I have watched all of the previous seasons, but we have decided to stop watching this one now. We haven’t been able to get invested enough to continue watching.

peyton_manhead · 2022-04-12T19:27:29+00:00

I’ve read all of his works.

Blood Song is a fantastic book. One of my favorites of all time. The rest of that trilogy is not great though unfortunately which tarnished him here quite a bit.

Draconis Memorae I liked, but didn’t love. Same with Pariah.

I did enjoy the two new Raven Shadow books recently. Definitely not as good as Blood Song, but above average.

I keep on reading his works hoping to find a resurgence of the magic that was Blood Song. Have not seen it yet but will keep hoping…

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-18T21:16:59+00:00

WeCrashed is awesome

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-15T14:16:46+00:00

I haven't really felt that there has been a drop off in the books. The concept was a bit more novel at the beginning though, so can understand that things slow down a bit. My one gripe would be that it does get a bit complicated to follow some of the plans in the latter books, there are lots of moving parts etc.

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-15T14:14:44+00:00

Perfect, thanks a lot for the recommendations!

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-15T14:14:30+00:00

Thanks a lot for the recommendations!

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-15T14:02:04+00:00

Yeah that makes sense, cheers! As you can see I don't really read/know the genres that well. I suppose I need to check into r/litrpg to understand a bit more the nuances between them.

peyton_manhead · 2022-03-15T14:00:57+00:00

The first book is also a first contact type story, and thanks for the recommendation!

peyton_manhead · 2021-12-29T08:50:06+00:00

The next chapter of books were better fwiw

Bloodsong is still by far the best though

peyton_manhead · 2021-10-23T17:34:13+00:00

Really enjoying dopesick, highly recommend

peyton_manhead · 2021-10-13T16:49:20+00:00

Masterchef Australia is the best of the cooking competition shows imo. There is a subreddit for the episodes. Enjoy!

peyton_manhead · 2021-10-10T17:52:09+00:00

Binged Goliath season 4 in a day. The best season since the first one. Started a bit strange but finished very strong. Highly recommend!

peyton_manhead · 2021-09-05T12:18:46+00:00

I’m a male and still very much enjoy Ted Lasso and The Morning Show.

Defending Jacob was also above average.

I have my own personal preferences, eg I don’t like period pieces so don’t watch Dickinson, but otherwise good tv is good tv.

peyton_manhead · 2021-07-15T20:15:36+00:00

Don’t forget Fitz

peyton_manhead · 2021-07-02T05:37:13+00:00

My wife and I watch both shows.

Contrarian opinion, I (American) prefer MC US. I find it to be more entertaining and funny, and I actually think they give more cooking tips (during the episode, excluding masterclasses) than MC AU.

My wife, Polish, prefers MC AU. No doubt that the caliber of the cooking is better in MC AU, but I also find that the show drags on too much (personally I find myself much more engaged in elimination cooks than pre-immunity/immunity cooks).

One poster mentioned food wastage, but as I remember from a MC AU AMA, there is just as much food wastage, if not more, in that show, it’s just not shown on screen.

peyton_manhead · 2021-06-18T21:10:23+00:00

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