Driving Dynamics

Trying something different... these have a higher tread-wear rating than my OEM Goodyear GSA-2s... I can wear out a set of rear tires in 6-10 months. (damn you horse power). So, I really want something that lasts for my money. (or that I don't have to install every 5 months). I tried the...

Any Model 3 owner near Philadelphia willing to share their car for a test drive, or swap with our 2017 Model S 100D for some part of a day? My wife drives the Model S 100D, and loves it. Does feel it's a bit too large. She thinks Model 3 might be better fit, but would like to experience one...

I would like to change mee tyres/rims. I have a lowly entry-level X. My car came with 255 front 275 rears. I know P100Ds come in 265 front and 285 rears. Therefore there would be enough clearance for 265s in the front, and presumably it is possible to have them all around. So, my questions...

. . . felt like I had walked into the ladies' restroom -- a place I knew I didn't belong." Seriously felt strangely out of place. Other sentiments?

There was a Tesla blog a while back about Tesla’s Cyclone wheels being a little more efficient than the base 19” wheels of the day. I haven’t heard much since then and was wondering if there’s any data out there comparing the Cyclones and the Slipstreams? Given the Aero wheels are starting to...

hi, i own a Model S 100D with old drive unit DCF0. Would like to know consumption of newest S100D with DU00 drive unit. Long term..short term Thank you

Saw this on their IG page and wanted to start a thread to get more info as it becomes available. Instagram post by Unplugged Performance • Dec 15, 2017 at 6:50pm UTC Looks like it's valved shocks and prototype adjustable camber and toe arms.

Now that there are more Model 3's out there, I was hoping we could get some data on rear-wheel-drive winter driving dynamics. Also: Best tires, wheel size etc. for winter driving. I received my Model 3 invite to configure.... I'm so tempted, but wondering if I should wait for AWD??

Since Bjorn Nyland tested the AP1 interval, I thought it would be useful to compare it with the AP2 "nag" interval. Turns out that consistency is key with AP2 and it's still a far cry from AP1 unfortunately, with a lot shorter intervals.

Hello, I think this may be a contentious opinion for a couple of reasons, not least that I'm a Tesla owner who appears to be getting happier with their car as time passes, but that originally I was irked that I missed out on air suspension by a few weeks (when I ordered, it was coils only on...

I was just quoted >$9k to have my pano fixed. It sticks when opening and it has had this issue for years...long before my warranty was over. I was just told it was from body flexing due to 'racing'. I do drive just as hard on some of our public/ forest service roads & they have just as many...

I went to my normal mechanic to get 4 tires mounted and balanced and he didn't want to do it. Said he didn't have the right tools. Is there something special about installing tires on a Model S or is he being goofy? Thanks!

Hi Model S owners! I'm a Model 3 reservation holder in the UK. By the time the Model 3 launches here, I'm sure AWD will be available, but I don't think I'll be able to afford it. I was wondering what the driving dynamics for a RWD Tesla are like. The only cars I've ever driven have all been...

Not sure this is the right sub forum so please allow the noob a bit of leeway. Please help my understanding: I thought auto pilot 1 (AP1) was part and parcel with the tech package. Meaning that if a car had the tech package it also had auto pilot. Is that correct? Or, was AP1 an additional...

So I took my first long road trip (1100 miles in each direction) and loved it. We went through the mountains of West Virginia and Virginia (on interstates) and all and all autopilot was amazing! After getting back I had a question and a thought. First the question. When doing the auto lane...

I have a '17 S. Bought some used OEM 19" split spoke wheels with Gen 1 TPMS and had them powdercoated, ordered the winter tires, will be here this week. Looking for gen 2 TPMS and noted that there are a ton of options- Ebay, tire websites, etc. and obviously paying the Tesla premium for OEM...

Does anybody know the correct size or brands and part numbers of cross drilled and/or slotted rotors for our model S? I purchased the 2010 Camaro SS rotors and pads a while back and the pads fit. The rotors were the right size but the offset (depth the rotor sits against the hub) was wrong and...

Here in South Louisiana, we get snow about once every 5 or 6 years. I had to drive from Baton Rouge to New Orleans this morning, and dang, it takes a while to acclimate to it. Judging by the number of vehicles in the ditches, a lot of folks idn't learn very well. I was doing 45-50 on the...

Hi All, This morning summoning out of garage, same as every day, car starts to reverse out as normal but then sudden turn crushes the mirror on the garage door and scratches driver side door. Happened very quickly and looked like it would have continued to scrape side of car had I not stopped...

After my recent fender-bender and consequent repairs (all documented here), as of this morning I am getting the "Driver Assistance Features Unavailable" error message on my dash (picture attached). I was driving on AP1 happily (and without an issue) when the car chimed, turned off the cruise...

26000 miles, Fronts are a bit worn off and rears are getting there. Before I head to snowy (crossing my fingers) mountains of California, I would like to get them replaced. Where is the best place to get your tires replaced in Bay Area? I am afraid to take her to anywhere who has no idea how to...

Not up to speed on cost benefit of winter vs all season tires for 19" wheels. I have continental summer tires for the 21" cyclones, recently bought used 19" wheels for winter that are getting powder coated. When they're done I'll need to have my winter tire solution ready to go. I live in...

I was able to find some threads on this subject from back in 2013, but couldn’t find anything more recent. Over the past two days, I’ve realized the car is doing something odd. When accelerating on the highway, the car moves slightly to the left and then slightly to the right. It’s a similar...

I'm on the (UK) order list for a model3 but delivery will be at least another 18 months so I've decided to get a used model S. I have found an 85kw 2014 with AP1, air suspension and tech spec. My question may be a naive one: can AP1 be used at very low speed - can it track the car ahead in...

with the stock alignment specs, the rear tires are getting destroyed on the inner side due to the positive toe in the rear, they also run negative toe in the front. anyone tried to zero out the toe front and rear? thoughts/experience?

https://jalopnik.com/mercedes-parent-company-daimler-dismantled-a-rented-tes-1820961392 What scubaggery. I guess those that rent out their Teslas should take note - American car manufacturers probably are just as unscrupulous.

So, yesterday I hit a deer... My model S is a 2017, about 4 months old, with autopilot etc, also I have the latest update. Where all my driver assisted features sleeping? -because, it did not make a warning sound, it didn't brake, it did nothing at all... Off course I didn't ram straight into...

Testing AutoPilot in the latest software release 2017.46.8. As requested with my previous video, here's a short summary of points I noticed: Seems that not a lot has changed since the 2017.42 update Bridges and underpasses (if that is the correct word) are still a problem where the car veers...

Tesla Model X dune bashing in the Dubai desert. No modification, stock 22in tires, directly from the asphalt to the sand.

my tires need replaced and I really want the 21" gun metal wheels with tires. I live in ohio though and can't find an all season 21" tire. Is it a super bad idea to run these types of tires all season? has anyone tried this? I'm sure this has been a topic of discussion but i'm unable to find...

What were the available OEM tires the could have been delivered with a 2015 MS90d w/ 19" Silver Cyclone wheels -- order date October 2015, delivery early December 2015? Were all options a/s or was it possible to get summer performance tires? Assume the order sheet is silent on tires. Thanks

When I back out of a parking space and turn the wheel sharply I hear and feel a loud popping noise coming from the left front wheel area. It only recently started. I have 30k miles on it. How concerned should I be? I live 100 miles from a SC; can a ranger fix?

Sharing so that others can avoid the issue I just faced. I know the user guide says winter tires should be 8x19 - 245/45/19, but I went on some online web stores and found the Mak Fahr (which is shown as supported for Tesla Model S post-2012 - but not on the Mak size, that's true). But after...

See attached video. I just picked up my CPO this past friday. and everything was great. Then today all of a sudden this noise started while i was driving so I pulled over and put it in park and got out of the car and back in and the noise continued. It wasn't until I held down both scroll wheels...

I need to change the TPMS sensors from my winter tires I used on my 2013 Model S for the newer 2016 Model S. According to my local Tesla shop, the sensors are now $85 CAD (approx $68 USD depending on exchange). I thought they were closer to $50 before. I found this set of TPMS sensors on...

We have had glowing reviews of M3 on the driving dynamics, exterior, interior, charging capability - but so far I haven't seen any report on how the range holds on the highway, long distance real-world driving on a full charge. 310? 320? Or more? One of the first things we all learnt about the...

My car (S85) is currently at the service center for limiting power on extended drives (30+ min) even with high SOC and ~70 degree F weather. Anytime I floor the car after driving on the highway for extended periods, I get an instant yellow dotted line that limits power which quickly disappears...

I had a small chip and my windshield and just got it replaced yesterday. I used a glass installed in MA JNPhillips (They have been discussed here before) which Tesla recommend. I had to take my Model S to the shop (understandably) instead of a mobile tech. However, it seemed like the people at...

Installed new nokian winter tires last week. Now when I accelerate, TC activates limiting power. This is on clean dry pavement. Is this normal? Maybe due to softer tire compound? I miss accelerating lol ... your input is appreciated thanks.

The main reason I am considering buying a Tesla is so that it can drive me to work while I do something else (work while it drives). I understand we are guessing, but how soon do we think this will be possible? Are we talking 1-2 years? 3-5 years? or should I get real about this and...

I am looking to buy a CPO S soon (once there's actually inventory added). Am debating which car to get, as I saw a video on youtube that showed the regular S 85 has a significant delay and is slow to start when compared to P85 or even 85D. Do I have to push up my budget and get a P85D to get an...

Recently had a useful example of the capabilities and limitations of TACC so thought I would share it. I’m sure many Tesla owners know all of this but some newer owners may not. I will try to describe this experience as clearly as I can. Was on a 4 lane divided highway (2 lanes each way), speed...

I am trying to gather information. I have an OBDB recorder hooked to my datastream ostensibly to lower my insurance rates,. I have a PHEV, not Tesla, but am getting a model 3 long range later this year I drive 1 pedal driving exclusively, with high regeneration. both 1,000+ mile trips and 5...

Upgraded to 46 yesterday on my Signature P85 and got easy access but no CHILL mode. Anyone know why?

Just bought this recently and wondering one thing. It comes with a sealant built into the pump system. What if you used it all, how do you replace it once it is gone?

I have a 2017 100 D home delivered end of September.Received a software update a couple weeks later via wifi at home to get to 2017.42.1 Have been waiting patiently for the .44 update which I read about and the chill mode.I live 250 miles from a service center. What can I do to get the updates ???

I've taken countless road trips in my Model S. Aprox 85k miles (of my total of 136k) were all long road trips using Superchargers. Before every road trip I plan it using mostly EVTripplanner.com. I juist want to get an idea of the whole trip. I don't expect it to be very accurate. This weekend...

Has anyone ever compared the steering feel of different MY Model S Teslas? The 2016 loaner pre facelift 90d en 85d cars I drove had a heavier (sportier) steering feel than my 2017 p100d. ( all in sport setting, all cars with air suspension, same software versions) Am I hallucinating/ imagining...

Any recommendations for a tire shop in the northshore (or northwest) Chicago suburbs to mount and balance tires? I'm looking into aftermarket wheels and I know the SC won't touch them. I want to ensure that a Hunter Road Force balancer is used and also would like a place that will be careful...