Model X Mule Sightings

[NigelM]

Also, an array of *six* forward facing cameras at various heights attached on the outside of the body (well, I'm assuming the lower pair have mates on the left side like the top camera does.)

What in the world would those be for? Maybe to evaluate different angles for stereoscopic pothole/speedbump/obstacle detection?

Perhaps to find the best location for Autopilot cameras/sensors? Or road testing components that are not yet final spec.

 

[AnOutsider]

The front end reminds me of the Model X Alphas.

 

[flathillll]

It looks like the adjustable roof mounts had no sensors attached even tho the ethernet cable was run there


the one on the side was rear facing

the one on the front was forward out up facing

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[Local host]

The front end reminds me of the Model X Alphas.

Yes. It seems to be an improvement over the recent mules or is it just different camera angles?

 

[AnxietyRanger]

shot a Model X today in Berkeley

sorry for poor video (cop was behind me)

got a shot of the frontend in the end

Thank you for braving the cop. This is a great, great video with good quality close-ups of all the pertinent areas. It also confirms there seems to be several cameras suction-cupped there. A good look at the spoiler too, which looks quite plasticy, probably not final parts or lacks paint. To me the front looks the same as always, perhaps a little more finalized, but of course it is in a camo wrap - still, a great look at it. As for those cameras, they indeed are in locations that could support all-around view, but it could be pretty much anything since we can't see any cameras inside finalized trim. Interior is Model S, as seen before, and probably nothing final.

Perhaps in some way seeing cars with suction-cup cameras this late in the game could suggest they are not ready to show finalized panels with cameras, which could either mean they are hiding them, or they are not yet ready. Former could be exciting for those expecting significant changes between mule and production, latter could be scary for those who fear delays and/or lack of features in initial Model X production.

Interesting to see what comes eventually out!

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Oh - and no rear-view mirror (1:17).

 

[scottf200]

The front end reminds me of the Model X Alphas.

Cut out a picture and rotated it.
Image: http://i.imgur.com/XISfuZw.png

 

[Local host]

There is some hope. I was looking for a picture of the upcoming Maserati Levante that is due out next year. First is the Levante concept(?) and second is its mule...

 

[AnxietyRanger]

I must say, Tesla's mules look almost cutesy home-made besides the mules of more established outlets. More engineering spirit than marketing polish.

 

[AnOutsider]

Thanks for the pic scottf. AR should be ashamed someone beat him to it.

I must say, Tesla's mules look almost cutesy home-made besides the mules of more established outlets. More engineering spirit than marketing polish.

I think that the big names also usually have more polished cars under the camo than Tesla does with the X

 

[scottf200]

Thanks for the pic scottf. AR should be ashamed someone beat him to it.
I think that the big names also usually have more polished cars under the camo than Tesla does with the X

Here's another good one I think.

Image: http://i.imgur.com/M4oAqnM.png

 

[NigelM]

I think that the big names also usually have more polished cars under the camo than Tesla does with the X

You've seen under the X camo?

 

[scottf200]

Thanks to Dean Miller on FB "TESLA MODEL X Owners Club" page. Looks like they need to clean a few areas for sensors (?).

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[flathillll]

did u see the flashing light at the top left of the rear window at the seam in my video? is this an artifact or something else?

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seem to start blinking as i get closer to the rear

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i did see it with my naked eye also so it is not an artifact of the recording the the rear tail lights

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the rear tail light blinking is an artifact of the recording but not the light at the top of the window near the falcon wing seam. also note the falcon wing shape on the roof

 

[Anzir]

Awesome captures! I like how the front end looks in these recent videos... I really don't see Tesla releasing the X in 2 months given they are still testing today.

 

[akordz]

Here's another pic I found on reddit u/Bet_TSLA (next to a Mini), which was taken from twitter @GreenCarReports. Green Car Reports on Twitter:

 

[kptesl]

Thanks to Dean Miller on FB "TESLA MODEL X Owners Club" page. Looks like they need to clean a few areas for sensors (?).

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Is it a bad sign that the MX has to be towed by an F-150? :tongue:

 

[JohnSnowNW]

Awesome captures! I like how the front end looks in these recent videos... I really don't see them releasing them in 2 months given they are still testing them now.

Do they ever stop testing vehicles? I think it would be necessary to know what they are testing before we could make any predictions about future production.

 

[AnxietyRanger]

Thanks for the pic scottf. AR should be ashamed someone beat him to it.

Nah, I don't think there is much difference to the front compared to other mules. I liked the spoiler better. And of course the camera locations were super interesting!

 

[sigurdi]

The MX38 (last picture) looks like it have been testing offroad/dirt roads traction or similar, with a trailer behind.
So maybe aerodynamic, see where the dirt get stuck.
It have more turbulente air in the lower half rear area. (More dirt)

 

[AnxietyRanger]

Kudos to Dean Miller for the latest sighthings. The past few videos have been really good from the sighters.

I too found the possible rear corner sensor/radar comparison to Model S mule intriguing.