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I was able to get some good watt-hours per mile numbers going up and coming back. Apologies but most are screenshots of my trip energy usage, will take some time to put into machine readable data. However, anecdotally I was able to glean some insights. I got the .140 firmware for the ride back...

Really having a hard time keeping the efficiency close to anything reasonable.

Right now only the P85+ is in. To really experience launch, you should be a passenger. It slams you back into the seat. Loving the decision to buy it :)

Software update to achieve max efficiency (going to full idle on 2nd motor) is not out yet. Range of P85D should then closely match P85+. 85D has higher range than 85 when using the same tires. Sport tires have better handling, but 3% to 5% range impact. Tradeoff is worth it :) First: Elon...

Just a pic for those trying to see if the frunk fits a carry-on legal suitcase (it does) or more (not much more).

Family is flying to Tokyo, I have commitments but I'm free 23rd-26th. Was thinking of driving up to Tule Lake area via supercharger network and stay at a KOA site near Klamath basin. I'm starting in Silicon Valley. Any other suggestions?

Perhaps it's because I've never driven a 4WD performance car, or never driven a single geared car, I'm feeling like I've got a bigger learning curve than I had expected to push the car hard. The car is wonderful to drive, but I don't have the right feel yet, I'm not anticipating correctly. I'm...

I tested Insane mode this evening at the metered lights on I-280. Waited an extra amount of time to get a clear path in front of me. You know how when you go into to the ocean, and your muscles fight the surf's rhythm of pushing and pulling, towards shore and away from the shore; that even an...

Take delivery at factory tomorrow morning. Bay Area is pretty wet, but I'm happy to take videos to test performance.Fully loaded, 21" wheels, air suspension, tech package. Thinking one outside, one focused on dash.

I love how Tesla is innovating in their cars; not just with batteries and drivetrains, but with their display, the door handles, the GPS enabled air suspension, etc., Just curious if anyone has insight into why Tesla sticks with lead acid or gel batteries instead of a newer technology...

Still very bullish on Tesla even after I posted the picture of the window sticker range. However, I'm less bullish on my choice of 21" tires. Given the reduced range, what's the real benefits of the 21" tires? Cornering? By how much?

Got the phone call from the rep advising against my 21" grey cyclone wheels in inclement weather for the P85D. I was thinking I can always rent a car to drive up if there's serious snowfall on 50 or 80, but I noticed that Tesla sells chains. What are people's thoughts/what do you plan to do?

Got a mid-range VIN# for my P85D, but I have to schedule vacation and have no clue how many they'll be able to make in the next month. Any estimates?

I've had some racing training, used to live right by Laguna Seca near Navy Postgraduate School. In ICE cars, have done Bay Area to LA in 3.X hours, SF to Annapolis in less than 48 hours, sleeping 4 hours in Topeka KS. :) P85D on order. I'd love to see if anyone's hit the max speed and how the...

This is after I've already gotten my wall charger, gotten approved for financing, gotten a production date of 1st week December, and Delivery 1st/2nd week. Does it mean something other than back when it meant your design was set in stone?

I do some field research and photography in the White Mountains and around Death Valley. Ordered a P85D, and will be using it when the Lone Pine supercharger comes online. There are some stretches on I 395 and in the desert where you really can go fast and not see another car for half an hour...

http://i.imgur.com/lVTT5g8.jpg From Reddit: I Found The D! : teslamotors [Mod note: original thread title was First P85D sighting h/t Reddit]