Gatsojon
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Whenever the 3 (usually the Performance) is tested on CarWow, it does well in Matt’s braking test against the competitors. I’ve not found a problem but do tend to clean up the disks every couple of weeks by turning down the regen.
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Really?That sounds like low brake hydraulic fluid. Happened in basically every car I've ever owned.
Unless there’s a failed fluid level sensor this would result in a notification before the point at which actual braking performance was affected.That sounds like low brake hydraulic fluid. Happened in basically every car I've ever owned.
And yet it's not an option in the service menu.Tesla recommend a brake service annually for cars driven on salted roads. They need to be well greased to ensure that the pads continue to move freely. It's a real challenge to keep EV brakes in good nick in our area ... the rustiest brakes I have ever seen were on a BMW i3 parked at the local garage I sometimes use. Presumably it was going in for some brake work!
From the manual:
"Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed specifications and service limits for rotors and brake pads, see Subsystems on page 196. Additionally, Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating the brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter months."
I think OP was being hyperbolic and just referring to the pedal effort. I hope!!!Really?
Wow.
I have owned 20-odd cars over the last 44 years and have never experienced this.
I did this when I picked up the car and highly recommend for new owners. You can definitely feel the brake's performance increase the more you do it.The brakes on a Model 3s and Ys (probably S & X too) have never been bedded before they reach us at the collection point.
You must bed brakes to ensure they are efficient and working as intended.
The brakes work as expected and certainly quite good for how heavy the car is. But def need bedding in.
Not seen anything on this?
Some absolute moron decided to randomly stop in the outside lane of a dual carriageway the other week and newly caused a 4 car pile up. Roads were under a mm or so of water and my car just didn’t respond to hitting the brakes. It took a few seconds to shift the water and the ABD kicked in - stopping me just intime. My last car did have disc brake massaging, my alloys were black after a long drive in the rain and the MPG was notably lower so doubt it’s a thing on an EV.
Don't go on the USS thread thenSqueezing my brain repeatedly against the inside of my skull isn't my favourite pastime these days.
I echo all of the above - from new my M3P brakes have been like this. Yes, I did bed them in.(M3 LR 2022) . . . I have to say that from the first day I picked up the car I was quite shocked by the brakes and ever since, every time I have to get to a quick stop (brake) I am further shocked at the poor spongy feel and lack of 'grip' and stop. I am of course comparing the brakes with previous cars over various makes and in comparison my Tesla brakes are VERY poor.
Was it a Tesla using TACC?Some absolute moron decided to randomly stop in the outside lane of a dual carriageway the other week and newly caused a 4 car pile up.
No, a Merc.Was it a Tesla using TACC?
Thanks for sharing - really interesting. Sounds great on paper but I'm somewhat of a skeptic on this. The article has a whole lot of "could", "may" and "Brembo has yet to be able to do 'x' but it is 'working on packaging" throughout, which makes me believe there are still significant regulatory, design and engineering challenges. The article also contradicts itself multiple times, "packaging is simplified...." "but this added complexity makes sensify more expensive"... and there you have it really, it's an ultra premium offering that Brembo wants to charge a fortune for.Tesla brakes are pretty good. Working with Brembo they have developed a balanced system, tuned to the car. Due to the heavy batteries, the brakes may feel different than what you are used to, but they certainly stop the car smoothly and well. See few posts complaining about brakes, other than they tend to squeek in reverse when wet. Some performance brakes (like used on Porsche etc.) will have better feel and performance, but like most things, each manufacturer will find their balance between costs and results.
Regen takes a tremendous load off these brakes, and they tend to have a long service life. Of course, driving in mud, snow, rain, or salted roads can cause issues with any brakes.
Tesla is working with Brembo on their next generation of braking technology. Will switch from legacy hydraulics to computer assisted electric braking. Individual electric brakes will be mounted on each hub. Will be lighter weight, faster acting, better control for each individual hub. Eliminate need for parking brake, hydraulic lines, master cylinder, etc. Total cost will be less, and assembly will be far easier and faster. Brembo’s Sensify Takes Precise Braking Control to the Next Level