Recent content by Kipernicus

I agree that 2023 is more likely. Any 4680 cells being produced will go into Ys first. If Rivian can access the supercharger network and get production going before 2023 I would seriously consider it against the CyberTruck.

I have liked Peter Rawlinson ever since he worked on Model S. I find him to be earnest and sincere. I just wish they partnered with Tesla to have access to the Supercharger network. Any info on safety rating of Lucid Air? hopefully as good as Tesla.

Yes, Tesla called them "Signature" or maybe Founders edition

I believe this is the article the OP was referring to: Tesla Model Y Liftgate And The Failure Of First Principles and yes, I've been dinged in a parking lot and nobody leaves a note so I'd say there is a decent chance of this becoming an issue for some.

That's my question as well. Especially since I have a 60, and my 90% is ~165 and supercharging is terribly slow. On the other hand, we could play more games and watch videos to while away the time at the supercharger....

You have to drive the speed limit, take it easy on acceleration, and minimize brakes (time the regen to slow/stop) But really, where's the fun in that?

Is Plaid only for better track performance? Or do you think all model S/X variants will benefit with improved range and charge rate?

Just came back from SF-LA-SF, a trip we have done for many times but haven't done in over 1 year. Really painful and frustrating now with a 10% degraded 60 and much slower charge rates at the superchargers. Was pulling about 26kW at 50%. Also, keep a lookout for the automatic limit reduction at...

Seems like they could have offered, or you could have asked, for them to fix it via Mobile Service so you wouldn't have to go through the trouble of visiting the service center again.

That guy is basically Jef the Cyclist from Pearls Before Swine

That, sir, is one nice garage

My car automatically lowers a few minutes after we get out and doors lock. Maybe it is more accurately returning to a normal height now that it doesn't have to deal with our weight. Either way, if I park over a curb, it will settle right onto it and scrape when I pull out. One time I had backed...

Yes, worth it in my book. Like you said, door handles and screen.

TonyT your post and poll are missing an important dimension - the economics. I bet those unused stations are pay-to-use. This has the advantage of keeping the station available for those who really need it, when they need it, and are willing to pay for it. It also has the advantage for the site...

I think the most interesting aspect is the modular battery, and that they can take it one step further: - have battery modules interchangeable with home storage (Powerwall type). When you are doing daily commute, have extra storage at home for solar and time shifting when you are going on a...