Just got a '22 MY and discovered that the rear wheel well covers aren't plastic like other models, but a pliable textile. Is that new for this year? If not, is anyone aware of an aftermarket plastic replacement? I'm based in Vermont, and a textile-based wheel well cover is an EPIC design fail - an open invitation for snow and ice to adhere and accumulate, and a HUGE pain to clean out in our winters. Are new Canadian Model Ys also shipped with this design fail?
Another related interior design fail: the new rear door sills are no longer plastic, they're entirely carpet. Like the wheel wells, that's a huge design fail for anyone dealing with winter weather. Muddy, wet shoes - especially with kids - are going to ravage that carpet. Pretty shocked Tesla's made those design choices at this stage... I picked up some covers for that carpeting from RPM Tesla, and the fitment is pretty solid over the carpeting, but did require some additional velcro to install.
Another related interior design fail: the new rear door sills are no longer plastic, they're entirely carpet. Like the wheel wells, that's a huge design fail for anyone dealing with winter weather. Muddy, wet shoes - especially with kids - are going to ravage that carpet. Pretty shocked Tesla's made those design choices at this stage... I picked up some covers for that carpeting from RPM Tesla, and the fitment is pretty solid over the carpeting, but did require some additional velcro to install.
