Tiger
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The refresh is finally inevitable: Tesla releases V3 SuperCharger which is currently only compatible with Model 3.
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Model S range and interior update imminent?
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That is only speculation at this point. And false at that. There is no way a S or X won't be able to charge at a V3 site, they just might not charge at as fast of a rate as a Model 3 can. (And different age/ranges of S/X may be able to charge at different rates, just like is the case with V2 Superchargers now.)
CraZ8
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Heard from my source today. He told my buddy to hold onto his P85D for the next several months and don’t upgrade to that P100D he was looking at this week. Wink wink nod nod say no more
Couple of months???? I'm getting crazy over this wait!
Just give us that imminent update NOW or the 14th!
mtndrew1
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I’m torn between thinking a refresh of some sort is coming with Model Y as “one more thing” and thinking they’ll wring out every dollar from the existing car until the tax credit is halved again in Q3 and they need to juice demand.
They’ll certainly want to get all the Q1 cars delivered and past their return period before announcing a big change.
They’ll certainly want to get all the Q1 cars delivered and past their return period before announcing a big change.
Cirrus MS100D
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The dramatic price drop of the S/X across the board sure seems interesting, almost like if you buy one today and see a "new model" (or refresh or whatever) in a month, you kinda have to shrug and say, "Well, at least I got mine for a good price."
Cheburashka
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Yeah, at this point a refresh is imminent, and that is probably why they will update the MS/MX in a few months
Unless they've completely abandoned the MS, which is unlikely, there will be new battery packs rolling out soon that will be able to take advantage of V3.
Unless they've completely abandoned the MS, which is unlikely, there will be new battery packs rolling out soon that will be able to take advantage of V3.
I would add to your post as a recent buyer (P100D in December). If they offer a path for battery upgrades for the "old" versions that too wil create goodwill in addition to the I got it for a good price. Nothing says I can't hope for future-proofing.
... just keep that 'hope' at a very low level...
The most likely reason to tie battery upgrades to a refresh is the need to redesign the pack dimensions so 'upgrades' are unlikely...
Yes that would be really good. They can use the old batteries for powerwalls etc, where they don't need crazy fast charging
If they do, they will basically cede the very profitable Model S market to Porsche, so hopefully they will not do that...
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MarkS22
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Re: the lower price being a good deal today
Are we suggesting a refreshed S will suddenly jump in price for the same battery size? It's not like the fascia or MCU2 or new seats made the price go up. The only thing I can see raising the prices now is the battery size.
I do feel like Tesla has missed a great opportunity for making the Model S more "upgradable." Having the ability to swap out sensors, batteries, MCUs, and AP hardware should be part of the marketing and design. Now, throw in bi-directional power which allows the car to send power back to the home for solar energy arbitrage or outages and you can ask for that premium price again.
Are we suggesting a refreshed S will suddenly jump in price for the same battery size? It's not like the fascia or MCU2 or new seats made the price go up. The only thing I can see raising the prices now is the battery size.
I do feel like Tesla has missed a great opportunity for making the Model S more "upgradable." Having the ability to swap out sensors, batteries, MCUs, and AP hardware should be part of the marketing and design. Now, throw in bi-directional power which allows the car to send power back to the home for solar energy arbitrage or outages and you can ask for that premium price again.
pilotSteve
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wait....are they finally offering hover conversions? Marty, we gotta get that done !-Doc
henderrj
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Agree with paragraph one. Bidirectional power? Never ever going to happen. Warranty issues. Wrong chemistry type. Poor use of a rugged pack design. Much smarter to simply add a battery to your home. And it'll make Tesla a lot more money!
I'm in on the something else with Model Y idea.
RobStark
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That is "Top Speed" rendering of what a hypothetical 2022 2nd gen Model S might look like.
2022 Tesla Model S @ Top Speed
Please excuse me while I throw up.
That looks like a Honda Civic modded by a high school kid.
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