Recent content by evjc

While I believe FSD *MIGHT* be possible within 3 years, I think the elephant in the room that most posters are missing is the regulatory issue. Before FSD will be allowed on streets and highways there will need to be regulatory approval by not only the federal government, but every state...

I totally agree with those frustrated with the seemingly slow completion of the supercharger network in the US. Either their proposed plan was too ambitious, their site survey people are slow in locating sites, or possibly the planning for Model 3 production has reduced funds available for...

There have been several interesting points made in this thread. Personally, the 85 KWH pack in my model S 85D is more than adequate for 95% of my driving. But for the very few times per year that I take longer trips, I would like to see a real world range of 300+ miles per charge at...

Personally, and especially in such situations as described in the OP, I favor going totally off-grid if financially possible. A combination of solar, wind, and battery storage (PowerWall?) should be possible (but may not be affordable) in many instances. In my case, affordability is the reason...

How true. The basic truth is the lawyers are looking for an easy payday and their actions are NOT based on any "injury" the family may have suffered.

In response to a recent inquiry, Tesla's supercharger team responded "The station in Coralville is approaching construction and is likely to open within the next few months." Hopefully this means the SC site will be open before year end.

The fly vs drive choice will vary depending on one's needs and preferences. Personally, I would prefer to drive my model S in *MOST* circumstances as I despise the BS that is TSA at airports. For me the main limiting factor for some destinations is the relative lack of superchargers in several...

Currently keeping my 2012 Subaru Outback until the center of the US "hole" in the supercharger network is filled in. Most of my driving is in the 0 - 100 miles per day range and frequently at the lower end of that range. Thus the model S is great for most of my driving -- but there is a road...

A very interesting thread. As I have only had my 85D for 3.5 weeks and a bit over 1000mi (all local - no road trips), I may not yet be qualified to answer the question. Having said that, I feel the instant acceleration and power of the model S can make one somewhat more aggressive at least in...

I think the Design Studio delivery estimate is based on delivery in the US. International delivery takes longer not only due to the time required for trans-oceanic shipment, but probably a need to ship a batch of cars together to the same port to get a reasonable shipping rate. Once ordered...

In my opinion it will NOT happen as the software and motor controllers are proprietary. I think it unlikely someone could reverse engineer the system and successfully develop new software. Also there is a massive liability issue if the modified software did not work perfectly.

My answer to the OP's question: NO. My 85D should be delivered in a couple of weeks (currently in transit). Having looked at the new options and prices, if I were ordering today I would still get the D and probably the 85 kwh battery - I really do not need the 90 kwh battery for most of the...

The OP's "three weeks" comment makes me glad my 85D was put on a truck along with some CPO vehicles being re-distributed and should be at the Eden Prairie, MN service center in about 7-10 days.

Very disappointed with customer communication regarding order Apologies in advance, but I need to vent. Why does what is supposed to be a modern hi-tech company have such terrible and frequently inaccurate communication with customers waiting on orders? As noted in a previous post, my order...

I agree that it is a great idea, but I wonder if they plan to hold such events in less populated areas where Tesla stores and Service Centers are much further from many new owners. In my case the nearest Tesla location is a 4 hour drive.