Hoping if anyone could give advice/answers to the following:
1) Does anyone know the origin of why it's called Model S? Were there previous prototypes (models A-R?). My theory is called S because it's a sedan. Just curious
2) In terms of those with navigation, I have seen the computer generate some very odd routes for path it proposes me to take, if I was not already familiar with the area I would take a path that had a lot more stops and turns etc rather than a more comfortable path that would allow me to go a continuous higher speed. I honestly can't imagine this circuitous path would save much on battery usage but even if it did its not worth the more painful path. Has anyone found an option where you can choose preference for a particular trip (say prioritize speed over battery saving). If I am in no threat of running out of battery I would much prefer a path that would allow me a higher constant speed. In navigations systems like in my Mercedes I can choose preferences like avoid tolls or avoid highways etc. Is there similar option with tesla system?
3) I have to read several posts about how Tesla goes through tires much faster than standard cars with tire wear requiring replacement in the 20-30k mile range. Is this because of heavier weight or because of driving pattern with hard acceleration? Anyone have more normal tire wear and if so what is your secret?
4) I know there is a term called vampire drain where you lose a small percentage daily of range if not plugged in. Has anyone experienced this while plugged in? Case in point I have a 90d with 350 miles on it hooked up to 80 amp wall charger at 90% setting. Last night had range at 257 miles when completed charge. This morning while it's still connected it reads 254. Why would it not remain at 257 if still is connected? Or does it have to go down a certain amount before charger kicks on again?
Thanks
1) Does anyone know the origin of why it's called Model S? Were there previous prototypes (models A-R?). My theory is called S because it's a sedan. Just curious
2) In terms of those with navigation, I have seen the computer generate some very odd routes for path it proposes me to take, if I was not already familiar with the area I would take a path that had a lot more stops and turns etc rather than a more comfortable path that would allow me to go a continuous higher speed. I honestly can't imagine this circuitous path would save much on battery usage but even if it did its not worth the more painful path. Has anyone found an option where you can choose preference for a particular trip (say prioritize speed over battery saving). If I am in no threat of running out of battery I would much prefer a path that would allow me a higher constant speed. In navigations systems like in my Mercedes I can choose preferences like avoid tolls or avoid highways etc. Is there similar option with tesla system?
3) I have to read several posts about how Tesla goes through tires much faster than standard cars with tire wear requiring replacement in the 20-30k mile range. Is this because of heavier weight or because of driving pattern with hard acceleration? Anyone have more normal tire wear and if so what is your secret?
4) I know there is a term called vampire drain where you lose a small percentage daily of range if not plugged in. Has anyone experienced this while plugged in? Case in point I have a 90d with 350 miles on it hooked up to 80 amp wall charger at 90% setting. Last night had range at 257 miles when completed charge. This morning while it's still connected it reads 254. Why would it not remain at 257 if still is connected? Or does it have to go down a certain amount before charger kicks on again?
Thanks