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I am going to test drive a Y LR this weekend. Unfortunately they do not have a Y Performance to try. I am still on the fence which model to purchase as the older Y Performance ride quality was sport car firm (OK on good roads but not for New England roads) but I really liked the Zippyness of the...

Based on sales it seems people prefer the Y. I wish there was a 3 wagon or hatchback version but I doubt that will happen. A small hatchback may be in the works. We will see in a year or two I think.

I just sold two almost new cars so the price was high. I told people right up front to provide full name address email, professional information etc so I could check them out and make sure I was dealing with a legit buyer. I gave them the same. So I ended up working with professional people I...

I reactivated my Pandora account and am using this streaming off my phone. That works fine. Between Spotify and Tesla there must be issues with updates they have not worked out. I am sure it will get fixed as both companies have a vested interest in getting it to work.

We just got our car and are having random problems with Spotify randomly changing and playing the same songs. It is almost like my Apple 13 Iphone is conflicting with it. Either a setting I need to change or probably a bug they will fix. Lets hope

Well just picked up my Tesla 3 LR in Red with Black interior. The car is fine and no issues. In fact lots of people were picking up cars and I did not hear or see anyone with issues. Process went smoothly even though they were mobbed and its really easy to get the key card and account set up...

Maybe I am preaching to the choir on this forum but I would think buying Tesla now is an opportunity to get TSLA shares at a low price. Lets hope the latest stumbles do not out of hand. Really very few companies worldwide are as exciting and have as much potential upside as TSLA. With all...

Share price is not my main focus but does show the confidence investors have in Tesla. And I want Tesla and the US auto industry to be successful. But Elon Musk getting into political grudge matches between the two parties is also off the mark as he just alienates half of the people needlessly...

I do not mean to be critical nor do not acknowledge Elon Musk's contribution. I am impressed with Tesla and want it to succeed and have invested in the company. But I am an environmentalist. I belief we need to switch away from a fossil fuel economy asap as global warming is rapidly...

Elon Musk is ruining the Tesla brand with his recent tweets and conduct. As investors we are losing money needlessly. I look forward to him stepping aside and having Tesla professional run by the engineers doing the hard work.

Boy .... seeing the latest from Elon Musk on twitter makes me feel that deliveries might get shorter quickly. For him to get so political when he is leading a large EV company is turning into a disaster. Time will tell but I think alot of progressive people are going to cancel their orders.

Color does affect resale price on all cars. Check any car resale calculater and you will see color does affect price. It may not be much on common colors but it is still there.

What I am surprised is that no one has come up with testing equipment to measure ride quality. It is so subjective that peoples opinions are just that and not that helpful to others. For example noise and acceleration can be easily measured. Why not some specialized measurement tools for ride...

Well prices are getting high but from the backlog it seems people are OK with them and still placing orders . Teslas are a proven value in the EV market so if you buy now its not like you are going to lose alot of money. This is just a terrible time to buy any car new or used and no great...

I think its just a matter of time before Tesla offers a factory solution. Every well done review has noted the stiff suspension vs the competition. Either an air or adjustable suspension will do it. I think once they finish their factories you will see this. My guess is within the next year as...

Honestly I think that a air suspension option is the best solution to the ride quality being harsh. Just test out a Tesla S with air suspension and you can see they know how to solve the problem. It must be a decision based on a the cost benefit analysis. I would urge Tesla to offer this as...

I wish there was some real data to compare suspensions between vehicles. Everyone's single opinion is just that....one point of data.

I like the wide and beefy set up. What tire pressure are you using and any issues? Those look like they would be great for rough roads.

I have a Prius Prime so I am a bit bias but I would test drive both with your wife. The Prius Prime might be slightly more economical but the Tesla will be fun, speedy and different. Since you had a Camry you might enjoy a change. I think the ride quality is better in the Prius but the seats...

I think the PHEV plug in hybrids are kind of a gateway drug to full EV ownership which will be the future. They serve a purpose and I do not understand the hate. While Toyota has done some poor recent things they did pioneer work with the Prius when there wasn't many choices out there. Remember...

I am not advocating Prius Prime over any Tesla just that for some people it is a great choice. It was an impulse buy when I bought one for my son. I have three new cars so I have time. I am just not sure what EV to buy. I need one car that can go to ski areas in winter where charging is not an...

I currently have a 2020 Prius Prime and feel the same way. I love it in EV mode but not Hybrid mode so much. I was going to sell it but I like having a "cheap" car I can park in the city, leave at the airport, lend to family members, run errands and not worry about it. No range anxiety or...

There is no way to easily increase the comfort of the Y as it stands. It has a similar setup as the Model 3 which is a sporty car. The Y is aimed to be more of an all around family car yet has the suspension of the Model 3. I have two newer BMW's and they ride beautifully. My 440 Coupe and 640...

As many people have said try a bit less air pressure in your tires. Every other choice is big money to bigger money like a new car. There is no cheap easy solution.

I understand. The Model Y is really a great size, price etc. for an all around family vehicle. I like everything about it except for the ride quality. It probably is not an issue in southern California but in Northern areas it is just too harsh. Hopefully in the future they will offer a air...

What it needs is an air suspension like the model S. Coil overs aren't going to do it. Maybe trade it in for a used Model S. Honestly the Model Y is way too harsh compared to other luxury cars.

To me today's EV cars are more like computers and phones. That's why Tesla is smart to do air updates which helps negate this. But even with that I think new electric cars will age faster in technology than in the past. Sort of like smart phones and lab tops with their continuous hardware and...

I may be a contrarian but paying Porsche money for an electric car seems a poor bet right now. I think that the next 5 years improvements are coming so fast that you will be stuck with old technology. So many new cars are coming out that I am not sure what is the best strategy. For really...

Another thing to consider since your in Toronto is the ground clearance which is really low. But a Model 3 performance isn't much difference I guess.

I think alot of people will be put off by Porsche dealerships. Having owned Porsches, Audis, Mercedes and currently BMW's I found Porsche dealerships the most offensive and entitled, snobbish establishments in the automotive world. I refuse to own Porsches for that reason. Just go to a Porsche...

A lot of cars are coming out but I do not think they will be readily available until late 2022 in any quantity. I am not sure where the hold up is but the whole supply change seems to have been stressed by Covid.

Anyone who is a car person knows the Koreans have been coming up strong the last few years. Their products and drive to succeed is second to none. This will be serious competition to all European and American companies (Tesla included). I think the EV6 puts them right in the mix as they tend...

The problem with Porsche is that you need to use their dealer network which is use too charging stupid high prices for everything. They make BMW dealers seem reasonable. People complain about Tesla but any brand with legacy protected ICE car dealers are more likely to over charge you in my...

It is interesting how BMW, Porsche and Tesla owners are similar and loyal to their brand. The end of ICE cars is really going to change things. The amount of people that defect to another brand will really depend on the strength of the products. I think Tesla is well positioned but China...

Honestly the 0-60 times are close enough. What the times do not explain is the quick torque of electric drive. That smooth instant power which you need to do a test drive to feel really. For me that is the addictive part. Its really the impressive part.

Its a tough call and you can make a case either way. Personally I like the drivetrain and torque and hopefully low maintenance of the Tesla and the styling, and build and ride quality Carplay of the BMW. I am still on the fence. I have two BMW's and test drove the Model 3, Y and S. Problem is...

Everybody makes their decisions based on the needs budget usage etc. It would be boring if we all drove the same cars. Anyway I think many people will be able to get by with an EV and a PHEV as a two car household. I wanted to get an EV but I needed a car that can drive for a ski weekend in New...

Old Lexus's were floaty but recent Lexus's have AVS Adaptive Variable Suspension. You can determine how stiff or soft you want or have it do it for you. This system has been around the last few years and is bulletproof. All the other luxury makes have a similar or equivalent system.

One of the things I like about the Prius Prime is it is inexpensive and reliable. So it is great for parking in the city, leaving at the airport, running errands, loaning to a family member or friend. With discounts it was $24,000 new and its the perfect spare car you don't need to worry about...

Hello pkitch. I am not disagreeing with the move to tesla and electric cars in general. My next car will probably be a Tesla. I am just saying Tesla has a problem with inconsistent quality on things that should be easy. Some people get perfect cars and others get a host of issues. The ironic...

I have owned BMW's for 40 years and currently have a 2019 BMW640 GT, and a 2019 440IX coupe . While the Prius Prime materials may be less premium the overall fit, finish and construction is on par with the best of Germany. Tesla while having brilliant engineering is still catching up in...

Normally going down in wheel size with tires with more sidewall is the cheapest thing to improve ride. It is basic physics really.

Yes they are just rolling them out but the heated steering wheel was invented in the 1960's and most luxury cars have had them for the last twenty years.

I think alot of Tesla owners have had or still have a Prius in the family. If you are looking for a plug in hybrid as opposed to a full EV its a great choice.

Its ironic that Tesla does the hard things right and the easy mechanical stuff wrong when building cars. Its like their engineering dept is top shelf and their production dept is too stressed to worry about all the little details.

For those considering a Prius Prime I highly recommend it. Its not like a Prius Hybrid because it can run in full EV mode. For the price its a great runabout. I test drove the Model 3 but the Prius Prime was half after incentives and its a great fun ride with a 660 mile range. I decided to get...

I just saw it on a Y model. It looks like the black coating is bleeding out different hues. There must be something going on as the more I look at new Teslas the more I see it. You would think it would be straightforward to correct. It could be one batch or spec that accounts for this. Time will...

I think that at minimum the Tesla Y should have adaptive suspension. That is a lot cheaper than air suspension and would give you the option of comfort or sport settings. Tesla needs to add a few things to stay competitive. Heated Steering wheels, heads up display, ventilated seats, Apple...

It seems it is worth get multiple quotes from various companies. Tesla and everyone else seem inconsistent so no other persons experience seems to relevant.

If you live in areas with rough roads and want a comfortable ride this what to look for. A car or suv with 55 aspect ratio or greater tire sidewalls, adaptive suspension, air suspension, decent ground clearance-travel and set up for comfort vs sport. Typical Lexus for example. Lots of...