Reuters: "Tesla readies revamped Model 3 with project 'Highland' -sources" [projected 3rd quarter 2023]

[enemji]

Hopefully they can get NVH on par with an Audi A4.

I already have. Check my thread out.

Solved: Road Noise & Front Wind Noise

Through the last few months, I have been watching and reading up the various posts regarding the many ways many of you all have attempted, as well as the various kits available online, to reduce if not eliminate road noise and wind noise from the Model3. After reviewing all those posts and...

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[polyphonic54]

I already have. Check my thread out.

Solved: Road Noise & Front Wind Noise

Through the last few months, I have been watching and reading up the various posts regarding the many ways many of you all have attempted, as well as the various kits available online, to reduce if not eliminate road noise and wind noise from the Model3. After reviewing all those posts and...

teslamotorsclub.com

Too bad Tesla hasn’t worked on this. I trust you understand noise because you have been driving a Mercedes of some sort - but I’m done messing with aftermarket mods in the NVH department.

Nice work on your Model 3. Seems legit.

 

[Kevy Baby]

Some people buy Tesla just so that they have something to btch about.

Some people join message boards just so that they have something to btch about.

You should see the people on Disney boards! There was once a thread longer than this one about TRASH CANS (that I also know ended a couple of friendships).

 

[WyoDude]

Highland updates

Exclusive: Tesla's Model 3, Project Highland Exposed: What’s Changing

Discover the latest updates on Tesla's Model 3 Highland, including changes to its design, technology, and production efficiency.

www.notateslaapp.com

 

[pdx_m3s]

Highland updates

Exclusive: Tesla's Model 3, Project Highland Exposed: What’s Changing

Discover the latest updates on Tesla's Model 3 Highland, including changes to its design, technology, and production efficiency.

www.notateslaapp.com

 

[snorp]

Features with dubious benefits (Falcon wing doors

I take it you don’t own a MX? On mobile and can’t see signatures. There are many things that make these doors better than regular rear doors. You not liking the looks or design does not equate to not being a beneficial design.

 

[FreqFlyer]

Highland updates

Exclusive: Tesla's Model 3, Project Highland Exposed: What’s Changing

Discover the latest updates on Tesla's Model 3 Highland, including changes to its design, technology, and production efficiency.

www.notateslaapp.com

Noticed the hood does not dip between the headlights as it does now. Its a little of hood bulge, that would necessitate reshaping of the lights. Looks like the blunt nose is gone and so is the amphibian look. Think the 3 is getting a more butch or mature look.

 

[enemji]

Noticed the hood does not dip between the headlights as it does now. Its a little of hood bulge, that would necessitate reshaping of the lights. Looks like the blunt nose is gone and so is the amphibian look. Think the 3 is getting a more butch or mature look.

Gone is the look of the Porsche 996.

Looks more like a Mazda3

 

[BigNick]

Noticed the hood does not dip between the headlights as it does now. Its a little of hood bulge, that would necessitate reshaping of the lights. Looks like the blunt nose is gone and so is the amphibian look. Think the 3 is getting a more butch or mature look.

A hood bulge might indicate an upcoming HEPA filtration system? The current 3 lacks it due to lack of space but the Y has it equipped.

 

[BigNick]

Also from the article:

In order to cut costs, Tesla is removing the vehicle's temperature sensor that is used to detect the temperature outside of the vehicle. Instead of using a temperature sensor, the vehicle will determine the exterior temperature based on its GPS location and weather data. This could lead to more accurate temperatures being displayed, as wind or other environmental factors can sometimes cause inaccuracies. However, owners will lose the ability to view the temperature in their immediate location, such as their garage.

Brilliant. Now in remote areas that lack cellular coverage, the car won't be able to "look up" the outside temperature. Unless that's provided by the GPS signal?

 

[texas_star_TM3]

few thoughts:

- lower bumper camera ... likely needed for USS feature parity. That being said - unless it has an auto-wash mode that camera will get DIRTY in no time and pelted with rock chips being that low to the ground. 5MP for new cameras is interesting... makes you wonder if FSD is even feasible with the current 1.2MP cameras...

- vehicle temperature sensor removal... ok... basic cost cutting. we all know how spot on weather.com temperature data is and how often you do not have a cellular signal in remote areas.

 

[enemji]

few thoughts:

- lower bumper camera ... likely needed for USS feature parity. That being said - unless it has an auto-wash mode that camera will get DIRTY in no time and pelted with rock chips being that low to the ground. 5MP for new cameras is interesting... makes you wonder if FSD is even feasible with the current 1.2MP cameras...

- vehicle temperature sensor removal... ok... basic cost cutting. we all know how spot on weather.com temperature data is and how often you do not have a cellular signal in remote areas.

Time to get blinker fluid tanks for the eyelids to wipe it clean

 

[Niroc]

few thoughts:

- lower bumper camera ... likely needed for USS feature parity. That being said - unless it has an auto-wash mode that camera will get DIRTY in no time and pelted with rock chips being that low to the ground. 5MP for new cameras is interesting... makes you wonder if FSD is even feasible with the current 1.2MP cameras...

- vehicle temperature sensor removal... ok... basic cost cutting. we all know how spot on weather.com temperature data is and how often you do not have a cellular signal in remote areas.

this nickel and dime cost cutting is a bit too much for the price of these EVs. I would pay few extra hundred dollars for these little extras; hanging hooks, ventilated front seats, floor mats...

When a cheap KIA Soul has more features and extras than our high priced EV, people are going to notice it.

 

[Brou]

On mobile and can’t see signatures.

Turn your device sideways.

That being said - unless it has an auto-wash mode that camera will get DIRTY in no time and pelted with rock chips being that low to the ground.

Every other automaker has managed to make it work, surely Tesla won't continue to be the only one that can't/won't offer surround view cameras.

 

[3geekfamily]

few thoughts:

- lower bumper camera ... likely needed for USS feature parity. That being said - unless it has an auto-wash mode that camera will get DIRTY in no time and pelted with rock chips being that low to the ground. 5MP for new cameras is interesting... makes you wonder if FSD is even feasible with the current 1.2MP cameras...

I've owned a number of vehicles with front cameras in all different locations on the front of the car. The rear camera is always the one that needs to be wiped off, the front usually does pretty well, unless directly impacted by dirt or a bug, which doesn't happen often due to the shape.

 

[pdx_m3s]

Also from the article:

Brilliant. Now in remote areas that lack cellular coverage, the car won't be able to "look up" the outside temperature. Unless that's provided by the GPS signal?

Told y'all that this "update" would be mostly a cost-down with some window-dressing to disguise.

 

[enemji]

Cost cutting projects get a fantastic project name

 

[texas_star_TM3]

Told y'all that this "update" would be mostly a cost-down with some window-dressing to disguise.

yeah. removing something as mundane as an exterior temperature sensor (which nearly ALL vehicles have) and use internet weather data via cellular instead is extremely pathetic.

so far I don't see much "cool" from a customer perspective and just a heavy cost cutting focus from the leaks... meanwhile I'm assuming the facelift car won't be much cheaper than the current version.

 

[WyoDude]

I’d take extra camera, higher res cameras, radar, and 360 view over built in temp.

I have cell service 99% of where I go, 99% of the year. Temp via internet works great for my phone and watch, why would it not for my car.

 

[Kevy Baby]

yeah. removing something as mundane as an exterior temperature sensor (which nearly ALL vehicles have) and use internet weather data via cellular instead is extremely pathetic.

Totally disagree on this. I'm all in favor of eliminating something so unnecessary if it cuts cost without really losing anything. If you need critically accurate weather information, you wouldn't want to rely on your vehicle's cheap sensor (which is subject to inaccurate readings for a host of reasons). While he does a lot of bat-shyte crazy things, one smart thing Elon does is always look for ways to shave a few cents off wherever it can be saved. I like the idea of Tesla being profitable and around for a while to support my car.

You still get the exterior temperature in your car in almost all cases (and que the people bemoaning "but I don't get cell service in my special situation").