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They're probably still IN prison !
This is just the day-release, work experience program
This is just the day-release, work experience program
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In cold weather (low 40’s), 70mph uses 420-450wh.340 wh/mi at 60, 390 at 65-70
This is missing some key elements—was there snow on the ground, how fast were you driving? The enclosed trailer, weight, and cooler temps likely what would prevent you from surpassing 120 milesTowing experience was horrible! I attempted to tow a double enclosed snowmobile trailer (basically a large box 7" wide, 16' long, 7' tall) total weight with 2 snowmobiles 3000lbs. Positive note was the Model Y P towed this weight very easy. My trip to the cottage is 250km (156mi). It was a very cold day in Ontario last weekend -20 Celsius (-4F) but not too windy and clear roads. Left our house with 98% battery, expected to stop twice to Supercharge. I was using almost 800Wh/km. which is more than 3 times usual. Maximum distance I could travel was about 65-75km (40mi). The big challenge for me was that the last portion of the trip required me to travel 137km (85mi) between Superchargers and that was NOT going to happen. Ended up calling a friend to come and pick up the trailer to take it the rest of the way to the cottage. I knew it would be a challenge but did not expect this bad, lesson learned and I will not be towing again.
Hi, the roads were dry and very clear sunny day. I was driving tops 110km/hr (68 mph). Assuming that I had the "perfect storm" situation for the lowest possible battery life.This is missing some key elements—was there snow on the ground, how fast were you driving? The enclosed trailer, weight, and cooler temps likely what would prevent you from surpassing 120 miles
Comfortably.
There’s your problem. 68mph, although, easily pulled, will drain the battery FAST.Hi, the roads were dry and very clear sunny day. I was driving tops 110km/hr (68 mph). Assuming that I had the "perfect storm" situation for the lowest possible battery life.
I might experiment next time and keep the speeds slower to see how much extra range I get. Hopefully it's enough to get the range I need.There’s your problem. 68mph, although, easily pulled, will drain the battery FAST.
Sounds like you could have EASILY made the trip going 55-60mph. Not as “fun” or fast, but will get you there with plenty to spare.
That’s your problem. I always tow at 55mph or the speed limit if lower. I can get 150 miles towing 3700 lb travel trailer on level ground with no headwinds.Hi, the roads were dry and very clear sunny day. I was driving tops 110km/hr (68 mph). Assuming that I had the "perfect storm" situation for the lowest possible battery life.
That’s your problem. I always tow at 55mph or the speed limit if lower. I can get 150 miles towing 3700 lb travel trailer on level ground with no headwinds.
You had WAY too much air resistance.
Which travel trailer are you towing and is this during New England summers? I have been researching travel trailers while awaiting my Model Y.
I get about 340 wh/mi at 85 mph with no towing (no trailer) on my 2020 model Y. I just had a hitch kit installed by Tesla. I'll just plan to keep my speeds around 60 mph and my range should be about the same while towing.340 wh/mi at 60, 390 at 65-70
What is your trailer like?I get about 340 wh/mi at 85 mph with no towing (no trailer) on my 2020 model Y. I just had a hitch kit installed by Tesla. I'll just plan to keep my speeds around 60 mph and my range should be about the same while towing.
I am looking to do some cross country camping and I'm looking at towing a storage trailer, not a camping trailer, sized for a motorcycle.Air resistance is by far the largest impact on range, much more than weight. A non-aerodynamic load, even it is very lightweight, will cut the range almost in half at highway speeds, even worse if you have headwinds. Adding a few thousand pounds to that same lightweight load will have negligible difference.
A lightweight, partially-loaded open utility trailer is has huge air resistance. A heavy Airstream trailer has less resistance.
This is quite different than ICE vehicle fuel economy. ICE vehicles cannot recover the energy needed to accelerate, so weight impact fuel economy much more.
You ditched the ugly wheel covers !
I am awaiting this cool thing. I have a severe right hand permanent injury and there isn’t a chance in hell I can get the cover back on. Ever. So I decided to have fun with it when I’m not towing. Love mountains. Love my Y.Anyone find a good replacement receiver cover for the model Y? The OEM one is a PiTA and PoS. So far, nothing around for vins >200,000.
Took those off at the dealer lot when I picked it up. Couldn’t stand the look of them! The wheels underneath look sweet.You ditched the ugly wheel covers !
Your MY makes even that Harbor Freight trailer look classy!Took those off at the dealer lot when I picked it up. Couldn’t stand the look of them! The wheels underneath look sweet.