Tesla new key fob sleeve?

[privater]

Hi, I just picked up my new Tesla Model S, and one thing come to my surprise is the key fob sleeve, I didn't recall there is a rubber sleeve on the key before when I watched online reviews. Is this a new addition to the key fob?

 

[msnow]

Yes that is new. Mine is leather and it surrounds the key. Yours looks like the sides are exposed right?

 

[mblakele]

That design came in with the April 2016 refresh. Previous design was more like a tiny leather garage for the key:

 

[privater]

That design came in with the April 2016 refresh. Previous design was more like a tiny leather garage for the key:

Thanks, The leather sleeve looks great!

 

[privater]

Yes that is new. Mine is leather and it surrounds the key. Yours looks like the sides are exposed right?

Thanks for the info, Yes, it's exposed and can be clicked within the sleeve.

 

[Chopr147]

Does it help avoid inadvertent button pushing

 

[privater]

I just uploaded a video about this new sleeve:

 

[Norfolk Enchants]

Thanks, The leather sleeve looks great!

Yeah, glad I have the leather one and not that cheesy and cheap rubber thing!

 

[Myatty1]

I have both and never use the leather one. The rubber sleeve is far superior.

 

[Norfolk Enchants]

I have both and never use the leather one. The rubber sleeve is far superior.

You probably prefer the 19" wheels too, right?

 

[msnow]

You probably prefer the 19" wheels too, right?

You don't have to be rude to make a point.

 

[Krypto Kat]

You probably prefer the 19" wheels too, right?

Some want looks, and some want function. We all compromise somewhere in between base on our own tolerances for inconvenience and vanity.

 

[lmoretti]

Can someone direct me to where I can purchase the new rubber sleeve?

 

[MoonChou]

Can someone direct me to where I can purchase the new rubber sleeve?

I talked to my SC and they gave me 2 sleeves for free (I took delivery about 2 weeks ago).

 

[rolson1011]

You probably prefer the 19" wheels too, right?

I do because of potholes, while the 21" look amazing, I would be repairing or replacing them every other month. The 19"s are a good looking wheel and highly functional. When mated with the spring suspension, and stiff steering setting, it feels as nimble as any Porsche or BMW.

 

[artsci]

I have just about every sleeve made. I ended up preferring the leather versions.

 

[artsci]

I have just about every sleeve made. I ended up preferring the leather versions.

 

[LastGas]

I understand that people complained that the fob fell out of the old leather sleeve. Personally, I like the Abstract Ocean aftermarket neoprene sleeve that totally surrounds the fob, and won't slip. They also make leather ones and stitched ones out of other materials:

Silicone FobPockets (Model S) - The Colors

 

[msnow]

I have just about every sleeve made. I ended up preferring the leather versions.

Yeah agree. I've tried about all of them and the leather one that was given to us at delivery fits tight and works best.

 

[rfmurphy81]

I understand that people complained that the fob fell out of the old leather sleeve. Personally, I like the Abstract Ocean aftermarket neoprene sleeve that totally surrounds the fob, and won't slip. They also make leather ones and stitched ones out of other materials:

Silicone FobPockets (Model S) - The Colors

Agreed. I got that a month before I got the car. It didn't make the wait any better back then.