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Hi all, I have 30K miles on my 2018 X. I am debating getting the extended warranty from Tesla. I have had quite a few issues with the car (minor and major) and had originally planned on keeping it for 8-10 years. I understand that there is a deductible for every repair and the up-front cost...

I never seem to get any notifications from the app when charging is complete. I have both "charging interrupted" and "charging complete" set in my app. Is there any other way to get notifications via text (like through ifttt or teslascope) that I am not aware of?

I had downgraded to normal as we weren't using the car (damned covid-19). Finally got around to upgrading and although the car says that it has premium connectivity, I don't see satellite imagery, no karaoke, etc. I have tried a hard reboot as well as the scrollwheel reboot and nothing. Any...

Is this a thing? Is it covered by the warranty? Thank you in advance!

I currently have the OEM Perelli's and have been pretty happy with them (25,000 miles - waaaay better than the Roadster ). Anyone have replacement suggestions for a Model X Performance (the car lives in Florida)?

I want to connect to a raspberry pi web sever while parked but the server will have no outside data connection (I want to be able to serve pages local to the pi) Currently, when I try to connect, theccar to the pi, I get: Could not connect to network Unable to obtain IP Address. Please check...

I am looking for a way to pull the logs from my car after an incident. Specifically I am looking for blinkers, speed, brake lights, etc. I am not really excited about paying $200 for the cables, and another $500 for a CAN bus analyzer. I'd be interested in beg, borrowing, or stealing (not...

Hi all, I have a Model X and am trying to set up my YouTube account. I use 2FA (with a Titan key) so I am unable to use my regular google account and I created a Google app password. Unfortunately this is not working. I contacted Google and after hours (literally) of testing and debugging, we...

I sold my baby a couple of weeks ago to a great guy from San Diego (Nak). It now looks like it was stolen from the trucker (along with three other cars ) as his truck was being serviced.

Hi all, we are out of town (so our Roadster is out) and our EV club is looking for an convertible EV for a LGBQ parade this weekend in the Melbourne Florida area. They are looking for a convertible so a political candidate can ride in it; you may guess the party :-) If anyone is willing to join...

We are getting a Model X (today) and I have reluctantly agreed to get rid of my baby. I will add more information soon when I have time (we are out of town). In the meantime, check out the picks from a couple of years ago...

Hi all... we're picking up our new X next week and want to get locks for the 22" black onyx wheels. We are picking the car up out of town and driving back and the SC we are getting the car does not have the Tesla locks so I am thinking about bringing them with us. Does anyone have any...

I got the Roadster back from service (again) and after driving it for a few weeks the PEM is overheating. I had to limp home yesterday and it charges very slowly. I had the fan assembly replaced about 6 years ago. This is a 2010 2.0. I'm guessing that the squirrel cage fans fuse has blown, but...

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What do you think of Tesla Motors direct sales model vs the old dealership model of selling cars? They are meeting with the Federal Trade Commission and have asked the public for their comments as well. Feel free to go here and put in your thoughts about this: FTC to Host Public Workshop...

I noticed that my trunk light wasn't working and I finally got around to checking the bulb...

The car wouldn't start this morning. I turned the key and got a "communication error". The touchscreen had dashes where there would normally be data but I could still navigate through the different screens. I tried to start the car a few more times and at one point the screen reset and I was...

Its a 2013 with approximately 26,000 miles, as I remember... Here are the specs: 85 kWh Performance Model S White Solid Paint All Glass Panoramic Roof 21" Grey Performance Plus Wheels Black Performance Interior Carbon Fiber Décor Carbon Fiber Spoiler Supercharging Tech Package Active...

I'm trying to replace the bulb behind the air conditioner controls console. I have found the thread on dealing with the ipod connector, but I believe that I need to get the entire center (with the gear selector buttons) out so that I can remove the console with the air conditioner controls...

Didn't see this anywhere yet: Tesla could be making it easier for you to find your lost car keys | The Verge

Lots of cars, lots of curious visitors... Even NASA showed up!

I approached Tesla to represent themselves at our local event this year (they had come last year). Last year we had 300 people show up even though it rained the entire time. We had Teslas, Leafs, a Ford, even a Tesla /Toyota RAV4 whose owners all took people for rides. Porsche and BMW showed up...

Hi all, Space Coast EV Drivers are already planning on the event dated September 19, 2015 10 am – 4 pm. If you are interested in coming, please visit Drive Electric Week and sign up!

I know this has been addressed in the past, but I wanted to get some current information. I went to the local parts store and they let me try a few on the car. Either they looked enormous for the car or they didn't lie along the glass. What blade is everyone using these days (and they are...

I noticed that Tesla has been around a lot longer than they have eluded and have been dabbling in trucks: and helicopters: . Its a little more amusing when you are actually watching it :cool:

So I pulled into the parking lot and parked the car. Got out and started to walk into the store. Remembered to lock the car. Turned to face the car and noticed I'd parked next to a pretty cool looking car. :biggrin: I went up to the owner (I'm sorry, I forgot his name) who was bent over some...

I just replaced my rear tires (for the umpteenth time) and had a new experience: I replaced the Michelins (a little larger diameter than stock) with the stock AD08's. As I left the tire shop, I lost all regen and had a warning on the dash. It went away shortly after and regen started working...

I have had my roadster for over 20,000 miles and have (obviously) replaced tires on it several times. This is the first time the tire shop told me they could not remove the lug bolts! Needless to say, they didn't want to force them and I didn't want to have a discussion about them breaking...

I saw one of these on a Lotus. Pretty cool. The website is on the lens.

We were visiting Jackson, Michigan and I stumbled on this Brembo plant in the middle of nowhere. I was told that this Brembo plant is where the Tesla brakes are made and there has been several Tesla's (model S) sighted there :-)

I have always managed to destroy any floor mats I have for any car I have ever had. Until I came up with this... I got some fiberboard and felt from Home Depot (or Ace, or Lowes, I really don't remember) and made some floor mat savers. as I remember, it was under $10 for both and I have...

Hi All, there is a slowly growing group of EV enthusiasts in Melbourne (apparently we are up to 15!) who are organizing for the Drive Electric Week of September 15th - 21st. They are planning to have a parade/get-together on either the Saturday the 20th or Sunday the 21st. If you are...

Need to get the passenger seat out - looks easier than it turns out; any suggestions? I am trying to remove the passenger seat to get at some tools I have dropped under it while trying to route a radar alarm wire behind the seats :tongue: I have removed the four bolts and the seat is loose, but...

For those of us interested in these kind of events: Colleen Kettles, Coordinator of the Central Florida Clean Cities Coalition wants to make you aware of this FREE EVENT - the Central Florida Clean Cities Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Expo. It is to be held on November 15, 2013 from 10am –...

I was just talking to my tires guy and he told me about a Roadster who bricked his battery recently in Florida. I am curious... how many cases of owner-bricking are there? I know of only one (the warehouse where the owner left the car uncharged for months in a metal building where it could...

I just had my 2010 Serviced at home (I offered to bring it to the SC as they have their own equipment and expertise available, but they assured me it would be fine.) The guys took out the PEM and cleaned it out. They told me it would be $270 for the 12v battery (in addition to the $600 for the...

Has anyone bought TPMS sensors from non-Tesla sources? I found these, but am reluctant to buy without more data: TPMS fits Tesla Roadster Tire Pressure Sensor

I am considering installing a HPWC for my Roadster, but want to make sure I have enough wall space before I buy it. Does anyone have the manual they can post? I am specifically looking for the dimensions of the box itself as well as the cable holder. I also would like to know how the cable...

Here's a race the Roadster would not do well in ;-)

I know there is a lot of activity on the "left" coast, but we have members on this side of the peninsula also. Is anyone up for getting together sometime in the Melbourne/Palm Bay/Titusville area? I'm thinking sometime during the day (brunch/lunch/linner) on a weekend later this month or early...

My trunk isn't lifting as far as it used to (I tried Viagra, but it didn't do anything). I tried Googling the part number, but didn't get very far either. It seems to be a stabilus part (see attached) but I can't find it on their web site (Gas Struts, Gas Springs, Dampers // Stabilus.com.)...

I know its about the Elise, but it is a great insight into what it takes to come up with a brand new design from the ground up. I't be cool if Tesla made something along the same lines :rolleyes: Ignore this one - check out the one wiztecy posted in this thread!

I have a Roadster and live in Florida. I am coming out to Fremont to visit my in-laws for Christmas. I contacted Tesla to see if I could get a factory tour, but was told no-one has time for this except for the personal delivery folks who are "delivering" cars to new owners at the factory...

We have found better accommodations for the astronauts during their trip to Mars and once they get there, they will have a comfortable means of transportation on the surface. Plus it looks cool and has AMAZING acceleration!

Their car's screen actually developed a wierd pixelation and they note some issues about power-down that occur if the doors are not completely closed. Times Test Garage: Tesla Model S reveals some gremlins - latimes.com

Taxi company aims to have first all-electric fleet in US - CSMonitor.com Interesting to see that the company will put in charges to support their fleet as well as make them available for the public!

I figured someone may find this interesting... Took the Tesla to the dealer for its annual checkup

Here's what you need to do... Have you been ICEd? Gas guzzlers park in electric car-charging spots. - CSMonitor.com

Has this ever happened to anyone else (its happened several times to me): I take out the charge cable, accidentally leaving the charge door open I put the key in the ignition and rotate to run I put my foot on brake and try put it in gear I get an error saying something to the effect that it...