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Model S 60 on a Road Trip
- Thread starter Mknac
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Check EVtripplanner like others have said. I just finished a round-trip Dayton-Virginia Beach trip in my 70. Two times I elected to supercharge it up to 100% because I wasn't comfortable arriving at next supercharger with 10%. However in every case, I would end up arriving at a higher percentage than planned, meaning that when I pulled out of supercharger, the computer would say I would be arriving at say, 30%, I would end up arriving 34%. I didn't drive any differently than I would have with an ICE car, with the exception of probably driving much faster than my ICE could. This of course was in warm weather, temps around 85-95 degrees, AC on at 69 the whole way. I was very impressed with range and I am glad I got 70 instead of 90. For me, it's been a good choice so far. I
I think that the whole charging thing is something to remember in terms of adding time to your whole trip. You mentioned you drove recently on your road trip with one stop. I'm sure you are well aware of the amount of stops you will be making in the near future. My advice is watch your weight! There are many snacking opportunities! Although many times we sat down and ordered and then the phone app would say car was charged before food was ready. Still, I usually took the extra charge. Congrats on your new car!
I think that the whole charging thing is something to remember in terms of adding time to your whole trip. You mentioned you drove recently on your road trip with one stop. I'm sure you are well aware of the amount of stops you will be making in the near future. My advice is watch your weight! There are many snacking opportunities! Although many times we sat down and ordered and then the phone app would say car was charged before food was ready. Still, I usually took the extra charge. Congrats on your new car!
hybridbear
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It means utilizing 100% of the S60 is appealing than a S75 with 80% capacity!Interesting but what does it say??
Wouldn't it be nice if Tesla configured a system to "Rent" the dormant 15kwh for few times a year where its needed for a road trip. It could be a nice revenue stream if its competitively priced.
The change from old 60 to new 60 as good as it is, may be overshadowed by supercharger growth over the same time span. It was MUCH easier a couple years ago, to be in the "60 or 85" decision and rationalize for an 85. Back then, everyone was eagerly tracking the new superchargers. The difference a couple years make.
