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Owning a Model S : Safety issue when switching back to your ICE
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The loaners we've gotten through Lexus dealers were invariably other Lexus models – and it was a pretty effective strategy. I imagine that once Tesla has a few different models in production and more volume they might try something similar. As it is, I'd love a Roadster loaner but I don't see it happening ... and there's nothing but increased cost involved in using a Model S as a loaner for an existing Model S owner.
Daniel Scherer
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This is a hilarious post! I thought about this Friday. I just got back to Michigan from Louisville driving a 2012 Malibu (Company Car). I kept trying to turn down the volume with the left knob which wasn't present. Almost broke the right wiper/washer arm off the steering column attempting to shift it and putting it in park. Poor acceleration just about got us all killed numerous times. After driving 6.5 hours in this ICE, as soon as I got home I immediately got in my Model S and drove around the block (10 miles) to decompress. There is no going back folks we have all been converted by Tesla for life and I for one thank them for creating this incredible machine.
fluxemag
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Merc and Lexus give you a new model year loaner. It's a really effective strategy because you end up saying, "Wow this is a whole lot nicer than the one I have in the shop!"
I've never driven a Tesla and expect my first drive will be when my car is delivered. I look forward to having these problems in the future!
I've never driven a Tesla and expect my first drive will be when my car is delivered. I look forward to having these problems in the future!
Never mind ICE... I had tucked my Roadster into Storage Mode for the winter before I even got the Model S. I recently unwrapped it, and found driving it a little trickier than I expected!
This is kinda amazing considering that I've got nearly 34,000 km on the Roadster. I've spent a lot of time in it over the last three years. Wow, the Model S just completely reprograms your brain!
- Backing out - tapped the accelerator, and the car lept out of the garage. Not an isolated incident, either; I've done that twice now! I don't have the same problem going forwards. Maybe the Model S has a different accelerator mapping forward/reverse, and the Roadster doesn't???
- Creep. Took a while to get used to it again. Kept rolling forwards unexpectedly. Hate creep!
- I keep missing the turn blinker stalk!
- When I went to engage the cruise control I had to think about it
- Forgot which way to push the windshield washer stalk
- Man is the Roadster ever noisy! I never used to think that!
This is kinda amazing considering that I've got nearly 34,000 km on the Roadster. I've spent a lot of time in it over the last three years. Wow, the Model S just completely reprograms your brain!
This thread made Green Car Reports: Worst Thing About The Tesla Model S? Driving Anything Else Afterwards
(First posted in News by yobigd20.)
(First posted in News by yobigd20.)
Sad :frown:
I need to drive through the beautiful Humboldt hills for work. in a junky State Truck. wish me luck
If my warranty wasn't tied to mileage I would probably take my car everywhere
I need to drive through the beautiful Humboldt hills for work. in a junky State Truck. wish me luck
If my warranty wasn't tied to mileage I would probably take my car everywhere
Green Car Report could have refered this thread too:
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/15694-Horrible-Second-Week-of-Ownership-(rented-an-ICE-while-on-vacation)
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/showthread.php/15694-Horrible-Second-Week-of-Ownership-(rented-an-ICE-while-on-vacation)
I had an interesting post-Model S experience yesterday...
The weather was finally nice enough in Montreal to take my bike out of storage. So I drove it out of the warehouse and parked it in our parking lot, hopped off and started walking into the building.
Oops -- I'd left it running. What a contrast from an S... loud, ICE, etc... But there's still something to be said for the feel of driving in the open air.
I'm going to have a hard time deciding between the two vehicles this summer.
The weather was finally nice enough in Montreal to take my bike out of storage. So I drove it out of the warehouse and parked it in our parking lot, hopped off and started walking into the building.
Oops -- I'd left it running. What a contrast from an S... loud, ICE, etc... But there's still something to be said for the feel of driving in the open air.
I'm going to have a hard time deciding between the two vehicles this summer.
I had to call AAA a few weeks ago when I drove my wife's Highlander Hybrid. We went up to the mountains, so there was no one around to help us. I had put it in park, hopped out, and went to bed. The next morning we discovered a dead car: I hadn't turned it off. Argh!
Rla
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Love the 'ICE age' pun.
The greencarreports title could have been:
ICE age vehicles considered unsafe by Tesla Model S owners
Also, the "idle speed", a.k.a. creep. That keeps freaking me out.
This is not really a joke! It's extremely disconcerting to go back to driving an ICE, and we probably *should* assemble a safety checklist. Preferably in the form of a PDF which Model S owners can print out and leave in any "backup car", or refer to if they have to rent a car.
Actually, this would be a really funny and snotty marketing technique for Tesla. (Tesla, you don't have to pay me or even give me credit if you use it, it's obvious.)
With each Model S, deliver a laminated "ICE safety checklist" card to put in the buyer's OTHER car. Or to take with them if they get a rental car (on a trip, for instance). The Delivery Specialist can say, "I know this seems silly, but it's a real issue. Just take it -- we want you to be safe."
With each Model S, deliver a laminated "ICE safety checklist" card to put in the buyer's OTHER car. Or to take with them if they get a rental car (on a trip, for instance). The Delivery Specialist can say, "I know this seems silly, but it's a real issue. Just take it -- we want you to be safe."
I had an interesting post-Model S experience yesterday...
The weather was finally nice enough in Montreal to take my bike out of storage. So I drove it out of the warehouse and parked it in our parking lot, hopped off and started walking into the building.
Oops -- I'd left it running. What a contrast from an S... loud, ICE, etc... But there's still something to be said for the feel of driving in the open air.
I'm going to have a hard time deciding between the two vehicles this summer.
I'm having the same issue with my motorcycle...pano roof or open air? I've been choosing open air since the weather in VA is really nice right now and I just love two-wheeled shenanagans.
Ride safe!
Safety first!
Of course there's no comparison going from a steel-reinforced aluminum cage, to, well... nothing, but it's worth it! 
ElectricVehicle
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I love it. The dangers of these old-fangled, pre-historic, ICE age gas cars. We need the safety checklist PDF to prevent gas anxiety, vehicle disablement, asphyxiation, bodily injury or death to yourself, loved ones or others...
Caution:
Gas cars may run out of gas. DO NOT forget to make regular trips to the "Gas Station" and fill the tank.
Gas cars are Creepy. Unintended movement of the vehicle happens when you remove you foot from the accelerator. This is a hazard to pets, children, bicycles, garage doors, yourself and others.
Many gas cars accelerate slowly from a stop or low speeds. Some accelerate slowly at high speeds. Allow extra time and space when merging to prevent accidents.
Always turn your gas car off, especially in enclosed spaces, where there is significant risk of asphyxiation.
Gas cars vibrate and sometime rattle. This is normal.
Gas cars get very hot. This is normal.
Gas cars are noisy in motion. This is normal.
Gas cars are noisy when stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. Do not be alarmed, this is normal. It is highly unlikely that parts will fall off of your vehicle due to all the vibration, but listen and perform regular inspections for vibration damage.
Only authorized personnel should open the hood of a gas car. Some parts get hotter than boiling hotter and can cause instant burns. It may also be greasy and dirty. Ick!
Gas cars have hundreds of moving parts. Take your car in according to the maintenance schedule and keep it oiled. Neglecting to do so may lead to your car seizing up and bricking, requiring replacement of the engine or vehicle.
Gas car fluids must be maintained. Regularly.
We need a graphic artist to do those little block figures of humans getting harmed in dangerous situations to illustrate the potential hazards.
Caution:
Gas cars may run out of gas. DO NOT forget to make regular trips to the "Gas Station" and fill the tank.
Gas cars are Creepy. Unintended movement of the vehicle happens when you remove you foot from the accelerator. This is a hazard to pets, children, bicycles, garage doors, yourself and others.
Many gas cars accelerate slowly from a stop or low speeds. Some accelerate slowly at high speeds. Allow extra time and space when merging to prevent accidents.
Always turn your gas car off, especially in enclosed spaces, where there is significant risk of asphyxiation.
Gas cars vibrate and sometime rattle. This is normal.
Gas cars get very hot. This is normal.
Gas cars are noisy in motion. This is normal.
Gas cars are noisy when stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. Do not be alarmed, this is normal. It is highly unlikely that parts will fall off of your vehicle due to all the vibration, but listen and perform regular inspections for vibration damage.
Only authorized personnel should open the hood of a gas car. Some parts get hotter than boiling hotter and can cause instant burns. It may also be greasy and dirty. Ick!
Gas cars have hundreds of moving parts. Take your car in according to the maintenance schedule and keep it oiled. Neglecting to do so may lead to your car seizing up and bricking, requiring replacement of the engine or vehicle.
Gas car fluids must be maintained. Regularly.
We need a graphic artist to do those little block figures of humans getting harmed in dangerous situations to illustrate the potential hazards.
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