Because Tesla is pushing the Model Y with their pricing (presumably because margins are better). The Model Y Long Range is $500 cheaper than the Model 3 Long Range after tax credits. The base Model Y is only $3.5k more expensive than the Model 3, after tax credits.
For many months you couldn't even order a Model 3 Long Range, your only option was a Model Y Long Range.
For many months you couldn't even order a Model 3 Long Range, your only option was a Model Y Long Range.