Moving to Alaska with Tesla X

[MPC1]

I’m thinking of moving to Anchorage with my Tesla X. Any issues with battery draining during cold winter months while parked outside at work all day?

 

[bikeandsail]

As long as you can charge at home at night you should be good. It takes lots of extra KW in the winter. It has been below freezing for a couple of weeks in NE Ohio and I have to remember to charge every night even though I am driving less the 100 miles a day. My usage with lots of short trips is 150 to 200% of normal.

 

[MPC1]

Thank you.

 

[MGMDaware]

I’m thinking of moving to Anchorage with my Tesla X. Any issues with battery draining during cold winter months while parked outside at work all day?

In the Northeast, our winters are definitely milder compared to Alaska, but I drive 80 miles round trip without issue. I lose about 25% more juice in the cold. Always keep it plugged in at home. Not only does this ensure your juiced up for your next drive, but I regularly use the app to preheat and melt snow/prevent snow build up. I wouldn't anticipate too much drain while parked, but be sure not to leave your heat on.

 

[Castaway]

I didn't think there were any service centers in Alaska? I think that would be my bigger concern...

 

[MPC1]

In the Northeast, our winters are definitely milder compared to Alaska, but I drive 80 miles round trip without issue. I lose about 25% more juice in the cold. Always keep it plugged in at home. Not only does this ensure your juiced up for your next drive, but I regularly use the app to preheat and melt snow/prevent snow build up. I wouldn't anticipate too much drain while parked, but be sure not to leave your heat on.

Thanks for the feedback

 

[MPC1]

I didn't think there were any service centers in Alaska? I think that would be my bigger concern...

Good point…any idea if there is that capability in Anchorage? Or should I look at another post for that? Thanks

 

[ngng]

In the Northeast, our winters are definitely milder compared to Alaska, but I drive 80 miles round trip without issue. I lose about 25% more juice in the cold. Always keep it plugged in at home. Not only does this ensure your juiced up for your next drive, but I regularly use the app to preheat and melt snow/prevent snow build up. I wouldn't anticipate too much drain while parked, but be sure not to leave your heat on.

Good to know. I've been wondering what type of range loss I would see in the cold.

 

[emiliorescigno]

Expect 40-50% range loss in the depths of winter. If you leave it outside not plugged in when it's below 10F, expect to lose a few % every hour.

 

[907XCP]

Hello fellow *future* Alaskan..

Coming from a 18 Model 3 and 21 Model Y here in Anchorage, during peak winter harshness and an 8 hour exposure to the outside environment while at work, I was seeing about ~20% decrease in range while parked in extreme cases.

Happy to answer any questions you may have

 

[907XCP]

Good point…any idea if there is that capability in Anchorage? Or should I look at another post for that? Thanks

There is an assigned Mobile Technician who is based in Alaska who takes care of the entire state (I know, sounds shocking but he manages to get things done even though sometimes it may take a little while) they are supposed to be adding an extra set of hands if not already to help cover. They usually jump on critical stuff fairly quickly, like our heat pump issue etc..

Thankfully though, for owning Tesla for 3+ years we had minimal need for any maintenance. Only a few minor things that were addressed by the mobile technician who drove to my work and get the job done while I was in the office.

 

[MPC1]

I’m glad to hear that. Is there a number to call or just via the Tesla App

 

[MPC1]

Hello fellow *future* Alaskan..

Coming from a 18 Model 3 and 21 Model Y here in Anchorage, during peak winter harshness and an 8 hour exposure to the outside environment while at work, I was seeing about ~20% decrease in range while parked in extreme cases.

Happy to answer any questions you may have

Thank You

 

[DCGOO]

There is an assigned Mobile Technician who is based in Alaska who takes care of the entire state (I know, sounds shocking but he manages to get things done even though sometimes it may take a little while) they are supposed to be adding an extra set of hands if not already to help cover. They usually jump on critical stuff fairly quickly, like our heat pump issue etc..

Really? All of Alaska mobile service tech. That has to the best Tesla job in all of Alaska <sigh>

 

[Genie]

I was just talking to a guy from Paxson at the Lynnwood SC, he had his X there but moved it down here, replaced with ICE there. He did say he would have left the X in Ak if his place was in Anchorage.
I gathered it wasn’t because of winter range loss but just that Paxson is BFEAk

 

[AlaskanEV]

Hello fellow *future* Alaskan..

Coming from a 18 Model 3 and 21 Model Y here in Anchorage, during peak winter harshness and an 8 hour exposure to the outside environment while at work, I was seeing about ~20% decrease in range while parked in extreme cases.

Happy to answer any questions you may have

I live in the Valley. Still enjoying yours? I have a MY likely to deliver any day now…. also trying to decide if I should try to put it on hold until January.

 

[Mr. Jim]

Good point…any idea if there is that capability in Anchorage? Or should I look at another post for that? Thanks

Watch the seals on your falcon wings too.