cbo111
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Here in Bradenton, FL, just filled up at Costco for $2.15/gal. And, ironically, I saw Tesla stock gained about $107 a share today, nearly 14%. What is going on there?
Here in Bradenton, FL, just filled up at Costco for $2.15/gal. And, ironically, I saw Tesla stock gained about $107 a share today, nearly 14%. What is going on there?
I sure hope Elon Musk settles his dispute with California's Alameda County to reopen soon. Otherwise he is threatening to move his business to Texas.
They will have to build one that can safely drive thru 6 inches of snow at a cost lower than the current models before I join you.
...... If I were paying the utility for the battery charges, it would be about $131 for the 6000 miles driven since October. The extra panels for charging will pay for themselves (in gas) in about 5 years.
We have paid $108.55 for gas so far this year and one of the cars tank is currently full, and the other is 1/2 full. So could be blowing another $20 in a month or two !
One benefit of Covid-19
I'll say that our Model 3 is also fine in the Chicago winters. I wouldn't do it myself, but learned there is an after market lift kit available for the Model 3 that beefs the stock suspension higher with spacers to give 7 inches of clearance for the hardcore types who want to off-road with their Model 3. Frankly I think the weight advantage and placement of the battery in either our Leaf of Model 3 makes them great in the snow.I’ve never owned a car as good in the snow as my Model S.
I'll say that our Model 3 is also fine in the Chicago winters. I wouldn't do it myself, but learned there is an after market lift kit available for the Model 3 that beefs the stock suspension higher with spacers to give 7 inches of clearance for the hardcore types who want to off-road with their Model 3. Frankly I think the weight advantage and placement of the battery in either our Leaf of Model 3 makes them great in the snow.
My Y has "chill mode" makes it drive almost like an ICE vehicle.Just curious: How do you modulate the torque when you are in ice and snow? Electric cars develop maximum torque at zero rpm. I would have guessed breaking the tires loose would be a problem. Apparently it is not, but not sure how that is accomplished.
Back in the day (that is to say, when I lived in the midwest and especially when I drove rear-wheel drive cars - including a Vette) I often "snow-launched" cars in second gear to reduce the torque. Even some auto trans cars had a "second" gear which allowed the same technique. Is there any special technique you need to use to prevent wheel spin in an electric?
Bought a used model S a month ago. Wow, what a great car. I’ve taken one long tip in it and it was maxing how relaxing it felt. The autopilot, lack of engine noise, and absence of vibration are fabulous. I got to drive both of our BMWs since and they feel completely broken.
My Y has "chill mode" makes it drive almost like an ICE vehicle.