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Do please provide a YT link so that we may check the validity of his test, if you can find it.I haven’t noticed any difference in ride quality or efficiency decreasing. There’s a video on YouTube of a guy who tested these exact covers and no range differences.
The Silverado will look menacing in matte black!Love the Matte look, but unfrotunately my wife does not...and, since this is her car, she won. Congrats, looks awesome. I pick up my Silverado EV in May (have my production date of 4/29), so likely getting it done in black matte.
Do please provide a YT link so that we may check the validity of his test, if you can find it.
Tesla spends a massive amount of (very expensive) time on wheels and wheel covers in the wind tunnel as they have a large impact on aerodynamic drag, and as a follow on impact: range.
Here's why: the bottom of the wheel/tire combination is at ZERO relative speed to the road. Thus, the top of the wheel/tire combination is traveling at twice the road speed of the car. As you might imagine, highway speeds very much impact aerodynamic drag, and wheels/wheel covers do matter significantly. At only 80 mph the top of the wheel/tire has a 160 mph aerodynamic "hit" which is why wheel and wheel cover aerodynamics is so very important.
While they do look nice, these replacement wheel covers do not appear to have that same level of attention to aerodynamic drag. I sincerely hope others will provide more thorough testing to see their true range impact as the language on their website is remarkably nonspecific.
Also see this test, although the fact that the Tesla was on oval track (continuous yaw/turning) may have skewed results. That said, it's the best we've got to work with absent anyone with their own personal wind tunnel (with a moving road surface for maximum fidelity):
Our Testing Shows Tesla Model 3 Aero Wheel Covers Really Do Improve Efficiency
In our testing, they proved their worth by yielding up to 10 additional miles of range.www.caranddriver.com
I wish they would have spent a little more time and money coming up with some different designs. The Tempest wheel covers are terrible and have no business on a 75K+ vehicle. They make an expensive car look like a cheap one.Tesla spends a massive amount of (very expensive) time on wheels and wheel covers in the wind tunnel as they have a large impact on aerodynamic drag, and as a follow on impact: range.
Definitely better than the OEM. Wish someone made an Uberturbine like one though. Like the way they look as my winter wheels but would be nice to get hubcap versions on my OEM summers.Tesla Model Y/Mode S 19" Spider-Man Wheel Covers Hubcaps | Hansshow
Hansshow Tesla Model Y/Mode S Spider-Man Hubcaps adopt feature plug-and-play designs, requiring no specialized tools. Tesla owners can easily install or remove them. They can reduce friction between the wheels, tires, and air, leading to decreased wind resistance and noise. This contributes to a...www.hautopart.com
These are what I got…
Quick search on amazon showed some 19inch model y covers that might work. Gemini wheel coversDefinitely better than the OEM. Wish someone made an Uberturbine like one though. Like the way they look as my winter wheels but would be nice to get hubcap versions on my OEM summers.
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Do not believe they will because of the clips to the rim. The Model Y rim is different than the Model S. Transparently, I have not tested.Quick search on amazon showed some 19inch model y covers that might work. Gemini wheel covers
If those are all the issues, you did well. What was your build date?Picked up MSLR 21” yesterday in Austin. There were some small issues, but at that point we decided if we want the car - it is unlikely to be substantially better:
1. I have to slam driver’s door to make it latch a bit stronger than I would’ve expected;
2. There is a small tear in the driver’s seat cover (Tesla advisor promised Tesla will replace).
Overall - very happy with the car.
Smaller notes:
1. With referral (3 months FSD) and recent offer from Tesla (1 month FSD), it has 4 months of FSD trial;
2. Had just 6 miles on the odometer;
3. Displayed 390 miles of range on full charge;
4. Pretty quiet on highway - no strange noices, etc.
And no bumper camera or color LEDs in the cabin.
Overall, the delivery process was not rushed. I have to click ‘Accept’ to look inside, but Tesla promised they will reverse it as soon as I don’t leave the building (delivery cars were placed inside - light was not ideal, but Ok).
Hope you get the rumored updates!New member here. Long time lurker. Just ordered my new car today.
Model S Plaid, Ultra Red, White Interior, Arachnid Wheels, Round Steering Wheel.
Upgrading from a Blue 2017 Model S 75. A big leap up.
Can't wait. Hopefully the process goes smoothly.
I hope so! The car was built on 03/15/2024, according to Tesla.If those are all the issues, you did well. What was your build date?
Will do!Hope you get the rumored updates!
Keep us posted on your EDD.
Issue #1 will likely resolve itself. The rubber seals/stops on the doors soften up over time and you won’t have to slam the door shut. Same issue with my front passenger side door. Resolved itself after a couple weeks.I hope so! The car was built on 03/15/2024, according to Tesla.
Did the same last year with slight difference (not plaid and yoke) it’s very exciting and 17 is amazing too.New member here. Long time lurker. Just ordered my new car today.
Model S Plaid, Ultra Red, White Interior, Arachnid Wheels, Round Steering Wheel.
Upgrading from a Blue 2017 Model S 75. A big leap up.
Can't wait. Hopefully the process goes smoothly.
Picked up MSLR 21” yesterday in Austin. There were some small issues, but at that point we decided if we want the car - it is unlikely to be substantially better:
1. I have to slam driver’s door to make it latch a bit stronger than I would’ve expected;
2. There is a small tear in the driver’s seat cover (Tesla advisor promised Tesla will replace).
Overall - very happy with the car.
Smaller notes:
1. With referral (3 months FSD) and recent offer from Tesla (1 month FSD), it has 4 months of FSD trial;
2. Had just 6 miles on the odometer;
3. Displayed 390 miles of range on full charge;
4. Pretty quiet on highway - no strange noices, etc.
And no bumper camera or color LEDs in the cabin.
Overall, the delivery process was not rushed. I have to click ‘Accept’ to look inside, but Tesla promised they will reverse it as soon as I don’t leave the building (delivery cars were placed inside - light was not ideal, but Ok).
Get wheels that make you happy. Unless you are routinely driving 350+ miles at a time and need to maximize every bit of performance (which applies to 0.01% of people), I don't see the point in worrying about decreased efficiency from non-OEM wheel caps.