Uber Eats driver criticises Tesla Model Y; promotes 1999 Fiat in viral exchange

The driver reportedly told the customer that the two-decade-old Fiat was “built to last” and cheaper to maintain. The post drew mixed reactions, with some users backing the claim and joking that older European models often outlast modern cars because of their mechanical simplicity, while others defended Tesla’s Model Y for its energy efficiency and advanced technology. The debate comes as Tesla has lost its position as the world’s largest EV maker, after sales fell for a second straight year, and China’s BYD sold 2.26 million vehicles in 2025 to become the global market leader.