On August 31st, 2021, “Troy Teslike” tweeted data from his long running survey of thousands of Tesla vehicle buyers, showing a low take rate for FSD, Tesla’s “Full Self Driving” software add-on offered since late 2016. For Q2 2021, that survey shows a worldwide FSD take rate of only 11% across all Tesla models, compared… Continue reading Understanding The Decline In Tesla’s FSD Take Rate
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TMC Member Reviews Model S Infotainment Upgrade
Tesla announced earlier this month that owners of Model S and Model X vehicles built March 2018 or earlier are eligible for a $2,500 “Infotainment Upgrade.” TMC Member zanary picked up his 2017 Model S from the service center Monday with a fresh install of the new computer, the same you’ll find a brand new… Continue reading TMC Member Reviews Model S Infotainment Upgrade
Supercharging for Sport
Tesla announced its one-of-a-kind, long distance, fast charging network in late 2012. Since then, the network has become so vast and far-reaching that it is nearly impossible for any one person to catch them all. Yet that hasn’t stopped some Tesla owners from trying; at least for all the chargers on their respective continent. While… Continue reading Supercharging for Sport
Tesla Model 3: One Year Review
This review covers our Model 3 starts from the time we reserved it through our first year of driving the car. The review describes several aspects of life with the Model 3 and addresses the basic question: has the Model 3 met my expectations? There have been many reviews on the Model 3, but each… Continue reading Tesla Model 3: One Year Review
When Will Tesla Deliver Details on Semi Production?
Elon Musk shared an image of Tesla’s future this week – an all-electric Semi delivering a trailer full of electric cars. But, he didn’t share any additional details on when that future will arrive. The Tesla Semi was first introduced in November 2017 with production slated to begin this year. The vehicle has attracted orders… Continue reading When Will Tesla Deliver Details on Semi Production?
Gearheads Can Still Enjoy the Tesla Model 3
Three thousand miles ago, my wife and I purchased a Dual Motor Long Range Tesla Model 3. It is the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Now listen, I’m not some millennial who upgraded from a Prius, but a lifelong, consummate gearhead. My last five daily drivers consisted of two John Cooper Works Minis and every modern iteration… Continue reading Gearheads Can Still Enjoy the Tesla Model 3
After Building World’s Biggest Battery, Tesla Energy Expects Revenue Growth in 2019
It makes sense that Tesla would open its full year update on its energy products division by talking about the Model 3 sedan. There’s no doubt that production of the new sedan stole the spotlight in the product suite, but Tesla Energy still managed to hum along. Tesla Energy currently consists of the following products:… Continue reading After Building World’s Biggest Battery, Tesla Energy Expects Revenue Growth in 2019
With Waymo’s Launch of Robo-Rides, When Can We Call a Tesla Taxi?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Waymo, a unit of Alphabet Inc., launched this week the first driverless-car service in the U.S. The service, called Waymo One, works just like other popular ride-hailing providers – punch a button on your cellphone to summon a ride, which arrives in minutes. And while there’s a human in the driver’s seat, they’re not in… Continue reading With Waymo’s Launch of Robo-Rides, When Can We Call a Tesla Taxi?
Tesla Semi Helps Spur Zero-Emissions Trucking Industry
It seems we’re just a few years away from silencing the chug-a-lug of diesel motors pumping smoke through semi truck exhaust stacks. Tesla has certainly attracted headlines with its all-electric truck dubbed Tesla Semi. What’s more, it has attracted orders. Companies like Anheuser-Busch, PepsiCo, FedEx, UPS, and Walmart have all helped push reservations for the… Continue reading Tesla Semi Helps Spur Zero-Emissions Trucking Industry
TMC Garage: Patrick Connor’s Model X and Model 3
TMC member Patrick Connor (patrick0101) has been driving EVs since 2007, but has always kept a gas car as a backup. Living in Portland, Ore., Patrick wanted an EV that he could take camping and skiing. In 2016, he found just the car he needed – allowing him to ditch the gas car and still hit… Continue reading TMC Garage: Patrick Connor’s Model X and Model 3