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In the past I tried to collect a list of voice commands, unfortunately however some no longer seem to work. Also, I am guessing some new commands have been added along with the software updates. Anyone have a voiced command list that they believe is current? Seems like this list should be...

Not sure why but after almost four years of Model 3 ownership I now seem to be getting further and further behind on my software updates. Oh well no biggie right? Anyway last night I finally was messaged that 36.5.1 was available. I happily complied and started the install and as usual after...

For more than two years I have been using a Model S mobile adapter permanently plugged into my dedicated 50 amp garage 240 VAC circuit. I use this instead of buying the more expensive wall charger. By using this Model S adapter I can charge my car at up to 40 amps rather than the 34 amps limit...

I have a RWD LR Model 3 and I often make trips that are more than 300 miles. Traveling at 80 to 85 mph (Texas roads with 75 mph speed limits) and with the AC on means that of course I must stop at a SC. Stopping to charge isn't a big deal because I would stop to rest anyway but it made me think...

2020 Model 3 Predictions Like many of you I have owned numerous sports cars, a Model S, currently own a Model 3 which I love, and I am a Tesla stock holder. Also like most of you, I believe Tesla has a bright future and I hope to own another Tesla, a Cybertruck, not too many years down the...

So relatives coming into town and we will need to make a three hour car trip. I'd like to take them in my LR RWD Model 3 to give them the EV experience, maybe even let a couple of them drive for a portion of the trip. There will be a total of 5 adults however which means there will always be 3...

So the early reviews on the all electric Mustang sound really interesting and it appears this vehicle could be will be a game changer (especially since the $7500 tax credit will apply). The Tesla pickup truck however also seems to be a game changer in the EV space so the question is, which...

After nearly 18 months and 15,000 miles I have my first issue with my Model 3. A day ago after driving in the cold rain and then parking in my garage the charge port started opening and closing numerous times on its own. I also had a warning message that the charge port door may not work by...

Noticed that I shouldn't open the trunk when charging because it interferes with the charge port door. When I was at a supercharger the other day I looked at a new 2019 Model 3 and the plastic appears to have been changed to address this issue. I have a very early 2018 and I'm wondering if...

So like some others I have purchased a used spare tire (Hyundai Genesis) that I will carry with me on occasion during trips to south Texas. Might never need to use the spare and Tesla service might even have one on hand if I need it - but I like the insurance policy. Anyway I have also...

So in one of the many threads on this subject (Maybe we could just skip the dialogue on whether or not it is smart to carry a spare and jack in a Model 3? ) someone mentioned that the Hyundai Genesis compact spare could work with the Model 3. Depending on the year model for this car I find they...

It's been a while since I pulled my USB drive from my LR RWD Model 3 but for the fun of it I decided to check what was recorded on it this afternoon. I got the standard USB corrupted message that I always get from my computer and like always I let Microsoft repair the drive. What is different...

I'm an owner, a stock holder, and an admitted fanboy and I get excited when asked to talk about my car. In fact, it seems every time I turn around these days a friend or a friend of a friend is interested in buying a Tesla and wants my opinion and advice. Typically when these people speak to me...

Had my garage door open while charging my car when a neighbor that I had never met and that was a non EV owner, popped in. He was very curious about my car and about home charging and he had lots of questions about EV's which I gladly answered. Since I had my tablet with me I showed him this 90...

Now that the $35K standard model 3 has been introduced and is selling to the non fanboy general public will Tesla soon be facing lawsuits regarding the so called autopilot? I think it could happen.

My wife and I often make a trip to McAllen TX from Austin TX in our LR RWD Model 3. I have 5.15 software, 18 inch tires, third party wheels and tire pressure is set to around 42 to 43 psi. Charge to between 95% to 100% at home, go about half way to Three Rivers TX supercharger, charge back to...

What is the correct Model 3 camper mode equivalent? Dog mode keeps the screen lit, so I guess I would just use the interior "climate" setting from the phone app or am I missing something? Could I also be in the car and run Sentry mode?

Price cuts, introduction of $35K Model 3, Model Y unveil, but with all that the whiners still aren't happy!

I did a quick search this morning and found some used Model 3 LR RWD prices running between $48.5K and $50K for low milage cars. Of course that doesn't mean there is anyone buying the vehicles at those prices. Now if you configure on the Tesla website a new 3 LR RWD with the equivalent of EAP it...

So a friend, a Volt owner, who is now thinking about buying a Model 3 asked me if with the new Tesla pricing structure will he need to pay extra to get TACC on the standard plus? Before last week you had to purchase EAP but what about now?

So, it’s been over a year since I received my Model 3 and sold my S 70. Though I miss the styling of the S and the size of the trunk opening I have thoroughly enjoyed my 3 and would never go back. While driving around (well not while actually driving but rather while parked) in my 3 I have...

A small diamond shaped piece of plastic fell from my charge port door when I opened it. Charging completed as usual and the door closed as usual. I vaguely remember a similar thread on this forum and something about an IR or magnetic sensor that caused a problem without that plastic piece...

After reading about all the electric conversions out there in the wild I started dreaming about a different type of conversion. A conversion where only the external look of a Tesla vehicle would be changed. Maybe the body panels could be replaced instead of replacing the guts of the vehicle. The...

On previous firmware I consistently had a loss of about 1.2 % per 24 hours measured numerous times with 60 hours or more from my car sitting in my very hot Austin, Texas garage. Last week my car updated to 2018.32.2 last and since I was going to be out of town I charged to 90% and started a new...

Lots of negative news out there lately about Tesla vehicles and the fitness of Elon and the company but occasionally we are reminded of how good these cars really are (and how good and forward thinking Tesla is as a company). After watching this video last night my faith is renewed! This is a...

Just got my 18 inch turbines from EVWheelDirect (EVwheelsdirect.com) mounted on my car, swapped tires and TPMS. These wheels replaced my aero wheels and aero covers.

So I love my 3 but I've been experiencing a few minor issues with the radio. About 50% of the time when I start my car up the radio will not be on the station (in my favorites list) I was last listening to. The issue also happens with my podcast favorite stations. More troubling however is that...

Just one data point but I thought I'd try an experiment. I have the 18 inch tires with the aero hub caps removed. I initialized charging using a gen 1 mobile unit on my 240 V 50 amp breaker circuit. The Model 3 display read as follows: 76% battery remaining (237 miles), 40 amps, 241VAC, so...

I had purchased a two part black metal dash vinyl wrap from RPM but was debating if I really wanted to install it. I went ahead and installed it yesterday but I think I should have gone with the brushed steel or brushed titanium. Maybe too much black on the dash? If I do change to some other...

So in my small two car garage I need to park my Model 3 such that the charging port is opposite the closest wall (Yes I could just back into the garage but my wife was not comfortable doing that). I needed to park in this bay as opposed to the adjacent bay because of the size of the car and...

So I went and looked at the 18" turbine wheels that are on their site. They look good but it seems they are only taking preorders. I noticed however they do not have a phone number or address on their webpage? As far as the wheels they are spec'ing 28 lbs per wheel, can this be right? Has...

So first big trip in our new Model 3, leaving from Austin, TX headed to McAllen, TX for an extended weekend and then back. Total ride was about 640 miles round trip. Charged to about 95% at home before leaving and then used the Supercharger at Three Rivers, TX. No sweat making it to Three...

So both my sister and I got new cars this year. She is leasing an E400 convertible and I got my 3 about three weeks ago. I originally thought the Model 3 dashboard and cockpit would be too minimalist but that certainly hasn't been true. I was in her E400 the other day and I couldn't believe...

I now own a Model 3 so I recently sold my model S. Anyone know what the procedure is to remove the S70 from my Tesla account (and the phone app)? I imagine I can just call tech service on Monday to do this but maybe it's not that simple?

I decided to try installing a brushed titanium center console wrap from RPM Tesla. (I'm sure the wrap from Evannex would have worked equally as well.) Anyway I watched the install video a number of times until I was brave enough to make an attempt at install. I did use a slightly different...

You can once again order the Wheel Cap Kit, but the price is now $50 and at least eight week delivery. Not that great but at least they are accepting orders again.

So here is the deal, took delivery this afternoon of my Model 3 at the Austin TX Service center. These service people are clearly working very hard and they conducted delivery for a group of us taking Model 3's. Great entire staff with a helpful attitude! One of the workers told me they hope...

So I'm sure everyone on this forum is well aquainted with Evannex's gorgeous rear center console for the Model S. If not, it is $329 and here is the link, Rear Center Console Insert for Tesla Model S I have no doubt that like all Evannex products this console is great but being a cheap kind...

While I understand a refresh S 70 is software upgradable to an S 75, is it also possible to software upgrade a non refresh S 70? If it is software upgradable then what would the increase in range?

So I received my Model 70 on Saturday from a dealer but the car only came with one key fob. I had anticipated this and had already purchased an inexpensive new key fob from a third party source. Of course the fob still needed to be programmed to the car and I had my doubts that programming...

Next week the 2016 Model S70 that I purchased from a dealer will be delivered. Since I will not have the Tesla new car delivery experience I'm looking for suggestions that I might use for the settings. For instance, after reading this forum I will initially turn on creep mode. Best way to set...

Has anyone had Tesla successfully program a new aftermarket key fob?

So I figured while I go through the long wait for my Model 3 reservation (literally about a half million people in front me in the line, Aug 2017 reservation) to pop up with a configuration email notice I should buy a used model S. I just purchased, but have not yet received, a low mileage one...

Elon used to argue that the Model S was a luxury car that also happened to be an EV, so does the same line of thinking apply to the M3? Obviously everyone on this forum is at least partly interested in the Model 3 because it is an EV, but what if it was an ICE vehicle instead? Would the ICE M3...

First Assumption: Independent of Model 3 deliveries Tesla will cross the 200,000 cars delivered mark during Q1 2018 due to Model S and X sales. This will trigger the tax schedule and mean that Q1 will be the first of two consecutive quarters for the remaining full $7.5K tax credit. Second...

Seems like the energy density per unit weight in the roadster is higher than what will be in the Model 3 or for that matter what is in the 100D? Anyone know any of specs?

Like most everyone on this forum I'm waiting on my Model 3, and for me it will be my first Tesla. I'm hoping I can get mine on or before the end of 2018 and of course I'll be charging it from the electrical power grid with assistance from my solar panels. I am fortunate that I live in the US...