Yeah, as long as it doesn't put any holes in the car I'm all for complying with my state's laws. The last thing I need is for a cop to pull me over for something silly like not having a front license plate and then nab me for something else
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Yeah, as long as it doesn't put any holes in the car I'm all for complying with my state's laws. The last thing I need is for a cop to pull me over for something silly like not having a front license plate and then nab me for something else
Yep! And they look too. Not worth it but people seem to get away with it. I think it's one of those things that you may not get pulled over for just no front plate but if they pull you over for anything else, they'll use your lack of front plate against you. Very happy if Tesla listened and came up with a non-destructive front plate bracket that looks decent.
BYT_P1837
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I hope I can go with that hide a plate solution that only shows the plates after I park or stop.
Tommy
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It looked to me that a few of the Model S did not have the front bracket and the owners were from California; will have to take a look again after the replay is posted to be sure. The best scenario going forward, is the car can leave the factory without a front bracket and it will be the owner's responsibility to mount the license plate. It would be great if Tesla provided a power connector in the vicinity of the front plate for those that are inclined to install the motorized front license bracket.
roblab
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I did a quick picture of a license onto that area, with white CA plates. It looks acceptable. I have been pulled over for no front plate, mostly for harassment because I was driving a sexy car at the time. Never got pulled over in my minivan! I will probably put a plate on the front, and since 90% of CA cars have one, it will not look out of place. I bet I still get a good looking over by the local gendarmes.
I see 3 bolt holes or some such on the license plate area, looks like into the bumper area.
I see 3 bolt holes or some such on the license plate area, looks like into the bumper area.
BYT_P1837
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I wonder about drill holes on the nose to accommodate the plate. I hope not and can see them mounting that without scaring.
This picture clearly shows the grille for the radiator in the front fascia. Explains why the license plate holder was placed above, which is not consistent with the spectacular looks of the rest of the car. Not sure what I will do, but I wouldn't want to block any of the grille with an aftermarket plate holder. In NH, the police have eyes like hawks looking for a matching color inspection sticker and registration sticker. Either one is missing and you'll definitely get pulled.
tdelta1000
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It blends in very well which explains why I missed it during the event. BTW, that is a great combo behind Mr. B.
I wish we could get lower profile front plates in California. You're not required to have stickers on your front plates, so what would be the harm in offering a smaller size for the front? Charge an extra fee for them, whatever.
FWIW, Tesla's solution here looks about as good as I could expect. At least as good as my old BMW M3.
FWIW, Tesla's solution here looks about as good as I could expect. At least as good as my old BMW M3.
strider
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I have used aftermarket front plate brackets that block part of the cooling-airflow openings on both my C6 Corvette and Roadster. Have not had any problems with cooling efficiency. You're not likely to run the car that close to its operating envelope for it to make a difference.
Franz said the front licence plate receivers holes and tow hook receiver are behind the bumper. Was never quite sure how one would access them.
Note. If you look (better yet feel) the font bumper it sticks out about two inches. Plenty of area to do an aftermarket licence bracket that comes out from under that protrusion the have a bracket float the plate out front. either lower or higher to taste.
He said don't mount a plate on the front. He never has (on his Solstice) and at LAX he puts the plate on the dash and never has gotten a ticket.
Note. If you look (better yet feel) the font bumper it sticks out about two inches. Plenty of area to do an aftermarket licence bracket that comes out from under that protrusion the have a bracket float the plate out front. either lower or higher to taste.
He said don't mount a plate on the front. He never has (on his Solstice) and at LAX he puts the plate on the dash and never has gotten a ticket.
We saw the first pictures on Autoweek.nl with a Model S with german front and back plates.
I've attached the pictures below.
I like it! Seems rather nice those German plates on a Model S. All European license plates are the same size. Only the Dutch plates are yellow.
I've attached the pictures below.
I like it! Seems rather nice those German plates on a Model S. All European license plates are the same size. Only the Dutch plates are yellow.
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