New England

I've had my MS85 for a year and a half now (Oct 2014) and I know that when driving in the cold I get less mileage per charge. I am also confident that I will have reduced range with ski racks and/or a cargo box on top of my MS. Last week I drove from Boston's North Shore to Killington and I...

I don't have a Telsa (yet) and have never driven a all-wheel drive car in the snow either. So, I was wondering what it's like driving the MS in the snow here in Massachusetts. How concerned should we be about getting stuck in the snow if there's several inches of snow like we had a couple of...

I never had a EV, but out of curiosity, is there any benefit for getting a EV or EV plate in Mass? Does EV always have an EV plate? Any HOV lane use or parking meter benefit? Doubt that there's any benefit in Massachusetts ... Maybe my proper question is if there is any surcharge to get an EV...

Eligible Vehicles List | MOR-EV A long shot given the short notice, but for those awaiting delivery, you may want to contact your delivery specialist to see if they can expedite it for 2/29.

Model 3- Anyone planning on ordering at the Dedham store or Natick Gallery? Lots of discussion on the Model 3 thread on whether people will order online starting 4/1 or head to a store to order on the day of the reveal (3/31). Anyone thinking of going to the Dedham store to order? It will...

Hey guys! I'm doing an overnight test drive tomorrow and was wondering empty spots to test the acceleration. Any recommendations? :D

I live in a condo and have been unsuccessful so far in my attempts to get a charging setup here. (Details are in other threads.) I'd love to be able to put my condo board and management firm (Barkan) in touch with other condo boards that have wrestled with the issues and could (presumably) help...

It's been about two years since there's been a thread on this, and would much appreciate any advice (and rates if you don't mind sharing) for auto insurance in Massachusetts for a Model S. My current carrier is Pure Insurance, $750/year for our Prius, and it would be an additional $1,830/year...

The local Dedham paper said this week that Hooters is planning to take over the building next door to the Tesla store, which most recently had been a Summer Shack. Frankly, I had not even realized that Summer Shack had closed -- we tried it once and were not very excited about it. Anyway, the...

Does anyone have any experience using the destination chargers at Loon? If so, how in demand have they been during skiing hours? We start heading up on a weekly basis next week and would like to take our 70D if it's doable. thx!

I frequently use this garage due to the 10 or so chargepoint stations. As of late though, occupancy has been at an all time high. Had a worker there ask me about moving vehicles around and limited charging to 4 hours. Anyone else? I'll likely be writing to the garage management to attempt to...

Last week I was on I-93 north near The Fells when a van ahead of me kicked up a small rock. I heard it hit what I thought was the middle of the windshield but it left no mark so I thought I'd dodged a bullet so to speak. But later in the day when I got out of the car I saw this. [emoji853]...

I saw this link at the Tesla Motors Website..... Tesla Hingham Grand Opening VIP Reception | Tesla Motors

I've never owned a fancy-schmancy car before buying my MS, so I haven't thought much about washing in the past. I often took my previous car though a local, touchless drive-through car wash. Much of the chrome trim became very cloudy over time. (I had the car for 12 years.) I'm not sure if the...

I just got an email inviting me to participate in the "EVERSOURCE’s (formerly NSTAR) electric vehicle rate pilot program entitled PlugMyRide@HOME." Has anyone else been invited? Or joined? I have not yet read all the details. But this comes at an interesting time, when I am trying to get...

I am on my second Model S and have had experiences with protecting a number of my cars over the years with opticoat, xpel and the likes with different shops and wanted to just put a plug in here for Ben and his team at Quintessential Car Care in Burlington, MA. Ben was great to work with and...

Today I sold my Mercedes Benz E320. I had had it nearly 5 years. More to the point, I have never (until now) owned any other marque of car besides a Mercedes. I have been driving MBs for 48 years! (So, yes, I am an "old guy!") For more than 30 years, I had Diesels, which for most of that...

I was at the lighting store in the parking lot behind the Tesla store in Dedham today, and noticed a Model X in the back lot of the Tesla store. It had one falcon wing door open, making me certain what it was. There was another vehicle of similar high profile parked next to it, under a cover...

Yup, you read that right. They're installing a total of 14 including 4 at the main clubhouse/lodge, one at the golf course, one at the airport and the remainder at their lodging properties. It doesn't appear that they're live yet and aren't on the destination charging site as of now. The...

There always seems to be a lot of discussion about super charger locations and very little about service center locations. Even on TM's website you have to go through a super charger tab to navigate to a map of service centers: Tesla Store, Service Centers and Chargers Other than a service...

Today I received an email from my condo association board, advising me of their position on proposals I had submitted to them for charging my Model S. In essence, they turned me down. I asked for permission to install a 240 V outlet in a space in a common garage. The spaces are assigned to...

I don't want to turn this into a Model X thread but it would be great to know as the Model X rolls out who has received one in our area and if they'd be willing to do a show and tell for other X reservation holders or Model S owners. Im on the list for the X but havent gotten the configuration...

[Note: This may be a bit long compared to most posts, and I apologize for that. But I wanted to share the story with other Tesla owners in the New England area. If a moderator thinks this is too long, just please let me know. Thanks!] My best friend from childhood lives in Camden, ME, so one...

Re: Comments on 310 CMR 7.40: THE MASSACHUSETTS LOW EMISSION VEHICLE PROGRAM MA DEP has put up proposed regs to bring in our contribution to the multi-state memorandum of understanding (MOU), for EV/PHEV adoption. Comments are welcome, and here are a couple links for people to help people...

Scuttlebutt on an unofficial resort forum is that a package from the Destination Charging program has been installed at the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel. I'm working on getting details of how many, precisely where and if there was a Clipper Creek or any outlets added as well for us non-Tesla-owning...

Hi, I just ordered my Model S. I can't hardly wait! I just wondered if anyone could recommend an electrician to install the NEMA 14-50 plug in my garage. I'm looking for someone in the metrowest area. I live in Marlborough. Thanks!

Tesla Motors and Healthy Living Market and Café invite you to attend the official grand opening of the Burlington, VT Supercharger station. Test Drives will be offered at this event. Thursday, December 3rd, 8-11AM If you plan to attend, please register in advance here...

I spoke to Cliff at Reus and he is looking at a possible trip to the east coast early in 2016 that could include Boston / New England. Has anyone organized a group of interested Tesla owners looking to upgrade their audio systems to Reus Audio? I am interested in joining the group. nkohlimd -...

MIT AgeLab, a part of the Center for Transportation and Logistics at MIT, is beginning a new research initiative that analyzes advanced vehicle technology use in real-world scenarios. In particular, we are interested in which technologies people use/do not use, how people learn and interact with...

Folks, There’s a proposal from a staffer at the MA Zero Emission Vehicle Commission to eliminate the MA state tax credit for the purchase of an EV above a certain dollar amount, $60K. I think we can make a difference in this process and I’m asking you to take about 5 minutes of your time...

What is the best place in Western Massachusetts to get your tires changed? (where they know what they are doing) Thanks for your input

http://www.augustamaine.gov/vertical/sites/%7B6E7443C5-2137-4D7A-8C5F-7E7A74A5CDFE%7D/uploads/October_2015_Building_Permit_Report.pdf October 2015 Permit Report for Augusta. 15987 Commercial Additions & Alterations 13 Stephen King Drive. Tesla Motors $140,000 Google Maps puts...

Hey all, I picked up my 70D yesterday and spent the entire day with such a big grin on my face that I felt compelled to share my experience. First, here's a picture of our 3-month old checking out the frunk. She approves :) There were a few communications issues with the DS but I think much...

I quick searched TMC and don't see mention of this anywhere yet. per Town of Hingham Massachusetts, Incorporated 1635 I see for the zoning meeting on Monday November 16, 2015 includes a line for a Tesla Showroom/Gallery at the Derby Street Shoppes, 90 DERBY STREET.

I was browsing the Tesla destination charging map and ran across this which I believe is a recent addition. Sunday River Resort 23 S Ridge Rd Newry, ME 04261 Driving Directions http://www.sundayriver.com/ Phone(207) 824-3000 Roadside Assistance(877) 798-3752 Charging 3 Tesla Connectors, up...

I don't know why I waited so long to post this. However the Acton Boxborough high school has a STEM event tonight and I am showing off my car. you are welcome to join me it is from 6 PM until 8:30 PM tonight. I go every year. Discover STEM - AB PIP STEM

Anyone in the area have a good suggestion on who might already be familiar with the Model S and/or have experience in installing a Dash Cam? I've already called Hollis Auto, but they don't install 3rd party after-market accessories. Here's the one that seems to have a good following of users...

Can you purchase a CPO car from the Canadian inventory and have it shipped to the US? Some of us are pretty close to Canada, and it looks like there is a small service center transfer fee. If the car has never been registered in the USA, would it qualify for the $7500 Federal tax rebate even...

New York presents some unique challenges for Autopilot, and I'm interested to hear where others have found it to work well and where it doesn't I found it to be pretty dangerous on the Merritt Parkway north of the city since traffic moves at 70-80mph around hairpin turns. Hopefully Tesla will...

-- Resolved -- Thanks all Hello New England Tesla EnthusiastsMy situation.. Road tripping from FL to Omni Mount Washington Resort. The resort has Nema 14-50 wall connectors but not the high power tesla wall chargers that I expected. This wouldn't be an issue however I just found that the mobile...

Pilgrim Nuclear power plant is the largest carbon free energy source in MA (680MW), it produces about 15% of electricity in MA. Annual production is running ~ 5,119 GWh Capacity Utilization Factor: 85% How do we replace this power loss without electric rates spiking to 0.35 to 0.50 KWh...

I just noticed it on the website... Prudential Center 800 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02199

Has anyone had success applying for a MOR-EV $2,500 Massachusetts rebate for a P90D? I just took delivery. (Love the car.) The MOR-EV application website gives me an error message: I do not have a qualified model. I tried applying as an 85, but the site said my VIN was not consistent with an...

Shot in the dark given the size of the school, but I'm in VT for my 15yr reunion at Vermont Academy and if any members are at the reunion I'd love to meet and chat.

A little birdy told me that there is a committee hearing Tuesday 9/22 @ 1pm. Tesla legal counsel and others will be there. Need people to show up in support of Tesla, not sure if there will be speaking opportunities, nor am I sure about the room. Unfortunately I won't be there but my better...

Google Maps shows a route that runs to the south side of the Merritt and then appears to cross under the parkway. I have a hard time thinking this is real. I've used CT-15 from the Hartford area before and wanted to try I-84 and I-684 for a change. I just don't want to lose too much time getting...

Hey, how many drivers here in Massachusetts are on TOU rates? I'm looking at TOU rates trying to decide if I should switch. The summer on peak rates are really high (over 20 cents, not including supplier charges!), so they can really eat into your savings. I have a rough idea on how much...

Many of the local car clubs (Mercedes, BMW, Corvette, others) have a lawn event at the Larz Anderson Museum in Brookline, MA. Events are on Sundays, and there are 20+ per year. This year's event list is at http://larzanderson.org/events/lawn-events/2015lawnschedule/ So, shouldn't there be...

Annual reminder for my fellow New Englanders: National Drive Electric Week 2015 takes place from September 12-20th this year! There are events all over New England, from Fairfield, CT, to South Portland, ME, and Shelburne, VT, to Plymouth, MA, and several more in between. New events will...

Thinking about adding a 2" receiver to my Model S to carry a bike rack. I'd love any recommendations of the hardware and installer. Thanks!