Econo Mode?

[Raven5000]

There may already be a thread on this so I apologize if duplicated.

I'm wondering if there is any plans for different driving modes for the model s. For example, sport mode(full power), econo mode(less power better mileage). In econo mode by limiting the car accelerations capablites might help give better mileage for longer trips. It would be like switching between the two regen modes.

What do you guys think?
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[AnOutsider]

The recently-released software 4.0 has a "Range mode" which limits the effectiveness of HVAC to get better range. I can see them adding in other tweaks over time as well.

 

[jerry33]

One thing that is almost certain is that the car you pick up today won't be the same car in a year.

 

[strider]

The recently-released software 4.0 has a "Range mode" which limits the effectiveness of HVAC to get better range. I can see them adding in other tweaks over time as well.

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

 

[brianman]

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

Where did you get this information from? The release notes I've read say nothing about limiting throttle as part of range mode.

 

[Zorba]

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

I hope this is true, would love to give up some power in exchange for some extra miles

 

[EcoHeliGuy]

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

This contradicts what's being reported presently?

 

[ggr]

I hope this is true, would love to give up some power in exchange for some extra miles

There is nothing that the range mode will do for you that you couldn't have done yourself with your foot. ;-)

 

[brianman]

There is nothing that the range mode will do for you that you couldn't have done yourself with your foot. ;-)

Again, I think you guys are talking apples and oranges.

Range mode, as described, only affects climate control not throttle. If you've found a way to manage the climate control settings on the 17" panel or the steering wheel with your foot, you must be a contortionist and it's probably illegal according to the DMV.

 

[bonnie]

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

+1. While I may try to drive conservatively in standard mode, I've always gotten the most miles in range. Range mode + cruise control = most range. For me, anyway.

 

[strider]

Where did you get this information from? The release notes I've read say nothing about limiting throttle as part of range mode.

I was wrong. Was echoing some hearsay from another thread. :redface:

 

[Jason S]

Sounds like applying the Roadster econo mode to the econo mode coming from the latest firmware update.

Which could happen eventually, but isn't out just yet.

 

[brianman]

No worries, strider. I thought you might have seen another update I missed or somesuch.

 

[Zextraterrestrial]

It also slows throttle response and limits full-throttle power. So yes, there's an "econo mode"

I might need to use that for safety purposes