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Finally upgraded to a refresh Model S last month, and I have to say, while I got used to the much smaller frunk, the trunk is what's been giving me the most grief. I ship a lot, and often will bring packages to UPS, USPS etc. The trunk on this Model S (and all newer ones?) opens MUCH slower...

We've had 2 of the first gen HPWCs for years (since about late 2012 IIRC). Recently (last month), one of them failed and the contactor would no longer close to start the charge. Was a very odd situation, but in the end I moved on since Tesla replaced it anyway. Fast forward to Friday, we bring...

Hi guys, long time no post. We have a newer(~5 years), energy efficient (solar/electric hybrid hot water heater, high R values, electric heat etc) home, that I initially wanted to get a propane backup generator on and passed due to noise and maintenance (plus was examining solar). We've had...

For a while now we've suspected that our X was reporting an inflated temperature via the app and dash. Today I was able to confirm. Both the X and S were in the garage, and the X was reporting 14 degrees higher temp than the S. Anyone notice similar?

We have a thread like this for the Model S, but figured the X could use one too. As we all know, these cars are chock full of tech (probably too much of it in some opinions). There's a lot to discover... I'll start: My wife informed me that the windshield wiper fluid actually comes out of the...

According to this article: Tesla loses its credit rating in Norway over ~$250,000 of unpaid bills

Received this email today We are emailing to inform you of a proactive action Tesla is taking to ensure your safety as a Model X owner. Tesla's internally conducted crash testing demonstrates that Model X will be the first SUV to receive the highest safety rating in every category, and we are...

Remote voice control for Volvo cars is coming to the Microsoft Band 2 this Spring I've been tinkering with a way to unlock and start my Model S via my Band 2, but they just took it a heck of a lot farther. I hope Tesla takes time to invest in things like this. I remember someone mentioning...

(Moved from Faraday Future - Page 13) Cool, so the Bolt and FF should make this an interesting CES.

Starting this thread as this is the vehicle that many seem to cross-shop with the X and I thought it might be useful to have a singular place for discussion (and off topic dumping ground for us mods :wink:). I must also confess to being curious myself. I'd seen the XC90 at a car show and...

And we get to see the new "eyes"!

So now you have three choices in the rear: - 2" towing package hitch - 1.25" accessory hitch - diffuser plate (streamlines the rear "bumber")

Going on a road trip to a destination that refused Tesla's Destination Charging program and will need to charge at a nearby KOA or, preferably, one of the nearby ChaDemo chargers. Prepared to buy one (and pass on to another member when done), but would prefer to pay someone to borrow theirs for...

I broke the CF wing on my car a day or so after taking delivery. It was just a spider crack, but 2.5 years later it's getting worse and I'm finally looking to replace it. Back when it happened, Tesla was asking (IIRC) in the neighborhood of $900 to replace it, and it just wasn't worth it for me...

Once a week (once a month for recycling) I load up the trunk with our garbage cans and drive it to the curb. My driveway is about 2/10 of a mile, so it's maybe a 25 second drive once I get rolling and get turned around at the bottom. When I hop out the car, unload, and get back in, I press...

Didn't see this posted before. There's a new VIN Recall search added to the official TM website: VIN Recall Search | Tesla Service Good for those who may not visit the forum or get proactively contacted by the SC (like second-hand owners for one)

For the last month or so I've been having an issue with my sunroof and trunk. Trunk: If I press the button to open the trunk, it's almost as if it swelled or the weather strip is sticky (I checked, it's not). It tries to open, and then stops as if it met resistance. At this point the trunk is...

BMWs Carbon Fiber Could Save Tesla Model X Doors a bit of rambling in the article, but the meat is: Seems mostly conjecture, but hadn't seen this angle of Tesla-BMW cooperation mentioned before.

Just received, emphasis mine And though I didn't bold it, they also mention at the end that they're still working on a rack solution (for those worried about the doors -- of which there was no mention). Not much new there, but glad to have the communication.

Goldman: Tesla Model X prototype likely at Detroit show - MarketWatch Not much here, so unsure how much weight to put on this. It would flow with the new "Spring" delivery timetable, but a prototype? What exactly was what was shown in 2012?

For long drives (and when I just REALLY need to finish a story), I play audiobooks in my car. I use the Audible app, and play via Bluetooth from an iPhone as usual. What I've noticed is that for some audiobooks, the Model S randomly pauses/plays the audiobook (or drops the stream). The result...

A pretty decent read going over some of the issues Toyota and Tesla faced when working together Tesla, Toyota project exposed corporate culture clash - Newsday Couple excerpts:

http://www.streetinsider.com/Analyst+Comments/Teslas+%28TSLA%29+Model+X+Will+Make+Model+S+Look+Like+Chopped+Liver,+Morgan+Stanley+Says/9726688.html Some choice quotes: Hoping the sig value is there this time, though I'm sure it'll be around 125-130k out the door. Any idea what this car...

Shop Tesla Gear Model S Panoramic Roof Sunshades No picture yet, but it doesn't say "Coming Soon" and has a price ($150), so I guess it's ready for shipping. I was under the impression we were promised this for free, but I think that may have been GeorgeB, and with him not around anymore...

Need to replace a wheel that has a wobble. I'd prefer one, but would buy 2 if I had to. Located in PA.

College kids gave Siri new powers and now you can too This siri hack video features a command to unlock a (dirty) Tesla. I'd assume Apple will include functionality like this in the next siri update (especially since cortana can launch apps)

Google announced their Android Wear platform for smartwatches: Google reveals Android Wear, an operating system for smartwatches | The Verge Since Tesla already has an Android App, and are somewhat close with Google, here's hoping they'll bring some sort of interface to the...

On all of our cars, we tend to import the "Euro split mirror". I'm not sure if it's just "liked" there or mandated, but we love it: I'm talking about these: VW Golf Jetta Bora MK4 Blue Tinted Split Angle Mirror | eBay They give you a slight edge in eliminating blind spots because the...

Grains of salt in hand? Okay... All-electric Audi Q8 e-tron poised to challenge Tesla Model X in 2015 with 430-mile range? | ecomento.com iffy reporting here though: IMO, this is exactly like Tesla's approach. Start high, work low. It's what Audi has been doing for years (new tech...

heh :) I'll admit to not being too knowledgeable on this front, but as an entrepreneur that likes to remain nimble, I shudder at the idea of any bureaucracy.

Model S Rubberized (Winter) Floor Mats Took these out to go with the official Tesla mats. I know if I store them in the basement, they'll never be seen again, so asking $100 shipped in the US OBO. Mats will be fully rinsed down before shipping. List Date: 11/3/2013 For more info, click...

I feel like I should know this, but all of my impressions of the + thus far have been that it's a superior handler. I've got a + loaner right now, and it indeed handles the way I expected the car would handle from the beginning. Very happy with it. Today, I was waiting far too long to find...

Anyone here have experience with VAWTs? We were considering going with those over solar panels (or traditional turbines). Any comments on how it compares when it comes to maintenance, efficiency and costs? Aesthetically I prefer them over solar or normal turbines. I'm told maintenance is...

We're taking a camping trip to frontier town this week, and though we were originally told there NEMA 14-50 hookups there, when I called today to confirm, they seemed really confused. I shudder at the idea of driving all that distance only to be stranded. Chargepoint and Plugshare don't show...

So, we're coming up on a year with the Model S, and while the Model S has exploded onto the scene and Tesla has done a great job keeping things up to date, there's certainly a few items that are notably absent. So here is a list of some of the things promised or hinted at around launch, but...

Just in case you run out of fuel Troopers spot drummer stopped on I-695 - baltimoresun.com Perhaps the superchargers should have coloring books and other activities

Lloyd RubberTite Floor Mats - 3600+ Reviews on Lloyd Rubbertite Rubber Floor Mats Liners This was in my car since December (so about 6 months). Asking $30 OBO +shipping (or pickup if you're near).

So, since we have threads all over with various info dug up regarding new superchargers, I thought it would be a good idea to map these as we go. Below is a link to a zeemap with current SCs in red, and all-but-confirmed SCs in light red (red dust actually): Tesla Superchargers Feel...

I thought this was the plan a year or two ago, but anywho.... From WFMZ:

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We have this thread: Best energy usage at high speeds and it's confirmed what I've thought: it's easier to maximize range on the highway. Now there's a lot of reasons for this (constant speed, higher speeds so more distance covered, drafting etc), but what about at low speeds? For example...

Since day 1, my car has always pulled fairly hard to the right on even roads. Like others, I've often gotten the low pressure light, but the tires are always in range. It was pulling pretty heavy today (and cold as well), so I stopped at a gas station and checked the pressures. The 2 driver-side...

Well, the S has a thread, so why not the X? Lets kick it off with Alyssa Milano: Twitter

We're off right now, and my wife is in the back chilly and looking through the manuals trying to figure out how to get the heat to come out the rear vents. Are we missing something obvious? :redface:

Read and vote for your choice here: CNET announces nominees for 2012 Tech Car of the Year | The Car Tech blog - CNET Reviews The Model S is currently winning by a large margin:

So, while most were campaigning for the shade to keep the sun down, I think another reason might be to keep the car warmer. My wife sits in the back with our baby, and whenever I put the heat on, for some reason a draft begins to come from the roof. It's worse for her as her head is basically...

For all of the reading, researching, obsessing and test driving over the last 3.5 years, I don't think we were fully ready to realize what it meant to drive electric until yesterday. Let's rewind. We took delivery yesterday around 1PM. Jake and the driver were great. Jake took me through the...

Just a heads up for PA folk who have to deal with our states genius notary system. Before trudging out for fun times, remember that you'll need: Driver's License Insurance paperwork showing the car is covered Proof of VIN (below) Check for sales taxes All of this is pretty standard...

Odd because... well, haircuts, cigars and cars? Might be a different social group than I'm used to. Anyway, my cousin shared this with me: iAdventure | Tesla Motors - New York