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Just got the following text from Tesla service. I gave them a date/time when rear hatch randomly opened and they were able to track it down to the key fob. Issue hasn’t happened again since using my other fob. Greetings, this is Brian - the diagnostic technician reviewing your service request...

Trying the other fob today. Hopefully that’s the issue. Thanks DerbyDave!

No fob means it’s in my pocket but not being pressed. I changed the fob battery today but still same issue with hatch and battery door opening. I figured it out the hard way about closing the hatch. Got out of my car at the stop light, closed the latch and by the time I got back in the car it...

Reviving this thread. Does anyone know if Tesla has fixed this issue? My Model S hatch has been popping open randomly for about a month now. Also the same for the charge port. Typically it’s when I’m getting out of my car. No fob involved. Today I was at a traffic light in drive and the hatch...

2020 Performance Model. 265 Wh/mi at 9400 miles. Just got new tires and seems to be improving. I’m driving easier now since I don’t want to change tires every 10,000 miles.

I got rid of my 3 for a S almost three years ago. Never any regret. It’s just a better overall car for me. I hated the jarring ride of the 3. I could never get comfortable in that car. To me it would be worth the switch even if it’s harder to get around in the city.

Found a shop that does Tesla alignment for $175. Still expensive but saves $100 vs the dealer.

I was told by a couple shops that they don’t do Tesla alignment. So I made an appointment with the dealer. They came back with an estimate of $275! I canceled the appointment and will check around with a few more shops. Any suggestions?

I had the same issue. Seen it once so far with 2022.20.6.

Tried again today and made sure my left turn signal was on. Same result.

Agree 100%. In this case the light in my lane is still red when the green light chime goes off.

The green light chime works well but has at least 1 serious bug. I’m in the left turn lane and light is red. The light for traffic going straight turns green and I hear the chime. Turn lane light is still red. This has happened twice. I guess the software can’t tell if the car is in a turning lane.

New tires installed yesterday. Discount Tire sales guy told me my tires are unsafe. I don’t know but didn’t want to mess with it. Probably could have got a couple thousand miles more by rotating since rears had more tread than fronts. Warranty coverage was $75 a tire for fronts. Rears had 3/32...

Just got 2022.20.6. I can confirm the green light chime is there on my Model S Raven!

Also wondering if there's any warrantee coverage. I'll check with Discount Tire and report back...

Here's a picture of a front tire FWIW. These are 19". I have an appointment at Discount Tire in a couple weeks. They have the best reviews around here although I haven't been there. I could take it to the dealer as well. I'm guessing they will advise to put on new tires. I'll definitely have the...

The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 on my Model S Performance are almost shot at 9,000 miles. The fronts maybe have another 2,000 miles and the rears another 3,000. I have never rotated. Looking for a recommendation on a replacement that will last longer but still handle and ride decent. This is the...

I got so excited when the update showed up today. Then I saw it was 2022.16.3 :(. Hopefully next week.

Anyone know if green light chime is available on a Model S Raven?

I have a 2020 MS that was in for service today. The story I got from the tech is that cars with a vertical oriented screen did not get the blind spot feature. It may come in a future update. My guess is it’s something to do with the UI layout. Bummer.

Thanks for confirming. I won’t be using TACC anymore. Bummer. To be honest I hate the whole self driving concept and this just is one more reason. Having old school cruise control would be nice.

Hi. I was driving on the highway yesterday using TACC, not autopilot. Speed was set at 69MPH. My car suddenly braked very abrupt to around 30MPH. There was nothing in front of the car. It scared the sh*t out of me and my wife. Never had that happen before. I'm wondering if there is some issue...

I had my spoiler removed when PPF was installed. No issues with the paint.

The next Autopilot update will stop for red lights and stop signs automatically. Third Row Tesla Podcast on Twitter Unclear if it’s AP or FSD.

Is it a LR? My performance model shows 340 fully charged.

I feel it in every day driving. Car stays in Ludicrous unless my wife is with me then it’s in Chill. It’s most exhilarating off the line so red lights, getting on to highway, pulling out of work or my subdivision, etc. Highway driving, merging, passing is effortless. I can’t see the feeling...

I have a Performance model. No regrets. It’s a fantastic car. The added performance is a bargain for $20k and it’s a blast to drive.

We were supposed to get a 50hp increase. Never happened though.

Congrats, you are going to love it. The place I went to recommend to not tint the roof. I have ceramic tint and am very happy with it. Keeps the interior much cooler. Battery drain hasn’t been an issue for me. If you turn on sentry mode it will drain the battery.

Congrats. You’re going to love it. Hopefully it will come before the end of the quarter. It took about 8 weeks before I had a VIN. That was late last year.

I have Suntek Ultra. Entire car is wrapped and they did an awesome job. The installers I used prefer Suntek so I went with it. My paint is super glossy, really stands out. No tears after 2 months.

Model 3.

Firm and bumpy ride didn’t bother me at all when I was younger. I enjoyed that feeling of being connected to the road. As I get up in years, firm and bumpy ride is punishing to my body and back. I just couldn’t take it anymore with the Model 3. I was bracing myself every time I saw a bump in the...

348 for Performance Model is not a bump in range. I bought my car in December and the range was 348 at that time.

Even the one that comes from the factory doesn’t stick well, at least mine didn’t. It was coming up at both ends when I picked up my MS. I ended up removing it when PPF was installed. Service said they would install another spoiler but I didn’t want to mess with it.

I thought there was a way to retrofit rear facing seats in a new Model S. May want to at least check it out before making a decision.

I sold my Model 3 because of the ride quality. Just couldn’t take the jarring ride. I bought a Raven Model S and couldn’t be happier. The right quality is fantastic. Like night and day. I can’t speak for 2015/2016 Model S.

There’s nothing like a Performance Model S. It’s a fantastic car and a blast to drive. Raven suspension is awesome as well. Good luck on your search.

If it’s me, I’m paying another $6k and getting a new Raven Long Range. You’ll get autopilot but not FSD.

Congrats. You will love it. Check that the rear spoiler is flush. Mine was coming up at the ends. Seems like a common problem. I ended up removing the rear spoiler when PPF was installed.

Buy a new one for $80k. You may be able to find a new short range for $75k.

I have a 2020 Model S Performance Model. 100% SoC is supposed to be 345 miles. It shows 309 at 90% and 340 at 100% fwiw.

I love the factory carbon fiber trim. It’s looks awesome. To each his own I guess.

I bought a performance model with no regrets. I love it. There’s nothing like the off the line acceleration. I get a smile on my face every time I drive. Drive the long range and performance back to back and you’ll find out for yourself.

Hey. I’ve got a 2020 performance model and love it. No battery issues, no panel gaps, paint looks great with no visible flaws. Raven suspension rocks. To me it’s the perfect car. Waiting for a new update seemed risky. I don’t want a model 3 interior. I don’t want to pay extra for plaid. The...

Raven suspension is awesome. Much smoother and more controlled vs many of the “luxury” cars I have driven. One point missing in the discussion. A Model S is $80k. Mercedes S Class starts at $94k with no options. The yearly cost of the Mercedes is thousands more. Like comparing apples and oranges.

I don’t get why this thread was moved. There’s a Taycan thread that has lived in the Model S forum. Whatever.

Just watched a review of the Polestar 1 on MotorWeek. Holly crap, $156k for 70 miles of range. 4 cylinder engine kicks in once battery depletes. 0-60 in 4.2 seconds. 4.4 cubic feet of trunk space. Between this and the Taycan, the Performance Model S is truly a bargain and years ahead of the...

I don’t get the comparison of a Mercedes S class and Model S. S class starts at $94k with no options. For that price it should have a more luxurious interior. Model S starts at $80k. After that Mercedes is much more expensive to maintain and operate - thousands of dollars a year more.

So what happened? The saga needs a conclusion.