Track Mode Rolling out Today!

[TANGO SUKKA]

I’d bet many wouldn’t have justified paying the vast majority of the price bump over AWD to be considered AWD+ and get left out of bonus features.

why? its literally the awd with a faster 0-60 and nothing else.

the real PERFORMANCE model comes with upgraded wheels, brakes, suspension, and now software. how could anyone think that a car without the real upgraded parts would be able to do the same things in terms of the amount of laps you can get out before things start crapping out

 

[MP3Mike]

Listen to the cooling system whine up.

Tesla Texas Racing Channel on Instagram: “Tesla Model 3 Performance Track Mode!”

Going to try a light up these tires. Will report back.

Interesting, it works opposite to the Ludicrous+ mode on the S&X which start heating the battery.

 

[Lucky13]

why? its literally the awd with a faster 0-60 and nothing else.

the real PERFORMANCE model comes with upgraded wheels, brakes, suspension, and now software. how could anyone think that a car without the real upgraded parts would be able to do the same things in terms of the amount of laps you can get out before things start crapping out

I here ya point. But many manufacturers make stripped down performance models as they know the enthusiast will swap many parts to make track worthy. Not saying that is what Tesla was implying, just saying.

 

[thelastdeadmouse]

I ordered my P3D- the day track mode was announced because track mode was announced. I didn't get the PUP upgrade because those wheels were 4k in the shop and I didn't want them, I wanted to buy my own. If it was clear that track mode wasn't going to be included in the Performance model, I wouldn't have ordered it. The fact that if I hadn't put a deposit on the car day 1 and got my invite to configure early means I would have gotten everything for the same price is pouring salt on the wound.

 

[Daniel in SD]

@CFrolander There is official confirmation now.
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Nope, look at the screenshot that was posted just above your post:

Bummer. I just want an autocross mode... Maybe us AWD and AWD+ owners can demand one! Don't need big brakes for autocross.

 

[Gavyne]

Don't worry guys Elon will make Track Mode available to Performance without PUP!

Elon Musk on Twitter

1. Everyday Astronaut‏ @Erdayastronaut 3h3 hours ago
   Congrats, this is very exciting! And if I recall correctly, Performance Model 3’s without the PUP will have the option of getting track mode as well, correct?
   
   3 replies2 retweets83 likes
   

Elon Musk‏Verified account @elonmusk
Replying to @Erdayastronaut @Tesla
Yes

 

[juanmedina]

 

[TANGO SUKKA]

I here ya point. But many manufacturers make stripped down performance models as they know the enthusiast will swap many parts to make track worthy. Not saying that is what Tesla was implying, just saying.

yeah but tesla is trying to turn a profit. making it exclusive to the p3d+ would entice more people to buy it the car that nets them more profit

 

[juanmedina]

Guys let's take advantage of that tweet and ask him about the 5k back, or upgrade to PUP for the P3D

 

[juanmedina]

yeah but tesla is trying to turn a profit. making it exclusive to the p3d+ would entice more people to buy it the car that nets them more profit

See the screenshot above....

 

[eladts]

Is the 42.8 rollout limited to Model 3 Performance?

 

[JeffK]

Wasn't that "yes", with the caveat of aftermarket solution like what was tweeted before?

 

[juanmedina]

Wasn't that "yes", with the caveat of aftermarket solution like what was tweeted before?

Who knows? Where does it say that?

 

[Gavyne]

Wasn't that "yes", with the caveat of aftermarket solution like what was tweeted before?

I don't think people would mind that if that's the case. I think most P3D- folks just want access to the Track Mode.

 

[Eno Deb]

Was this posted already? From the Tesla blog:

How Track Mode Works

Wasn't track mode supposed to be highly configurable, similar to overclocking a CPU? It basically appears to be a driver assist mode that makes "any track driver, amateur or professional, feel superhuman on a track" ...

 

[Gavyne]

Was this posted already? From the Tesla blog:

How Track Mode Works

Wasn't track mode supposed to be highly configurable, similar to overclocking a CPU? It basically appears to be a driver assist mode that makes "any track driver, amateur or professional, feel superhuman on a track" ...

This is Track Mode v1 of official release, wait for v2.

 

[JeffK]

Who knows? Where does it say that?

Tesla on Twitter

 

[Zoglog]

Model 3 is about 4000 pounds, BMW M3 is ~3500 pounds. That's much more manageable than the 5000 pound Model S. Also, the suspension components are scaled to handle a larger load so i'm not sure its valid to say they would wear faster.

Unfortunately the stock brake fluid is DOT 3, but you can easily change that yourself.

Not sure why you wanted to compare to a model S which is a real boat. The M3 isn't a great track car either. It's also considered bloaty as well.
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You know I don't know why folks say this. BMW M3 is only about 200 lbs less.

Only 200 pounds lol.... Based on the previous guy it's closer than 500. But the fact that you think 200 is nothing speaks for itself. I assume you don't track cars.

 

[kbecks13]

Not sure why you wanted to compare to a model S which is a real boat. The M3 isn't a great track car either. It's also considered bloaty as well.

Just showing how the 3 is closer to the M3 than the S, i was fairly surprised by that fact myself. I agree that technically you will have more brake and tire wear, but i don't think its really super appreciable/worth worrying about.

 

[juanmedina]

Tesla on Twitter

I think Everyday Astronaut's questions is very straight forward and very clear. It says that P3D without the PUP will get track mode.

We will see.