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Yes, really ... in my opinion. I see it as a car. For me it's a company car, therefore costing hundreds of £ less each month than an A4 Diesel. Charging is cheaper than fuel ... i mostly charge off peak at home. I like tech stuff, my house has some automation in it, and I also have a good...

One simple and cost effective help to make life with indicator buttons easier would be a small sticker with a symbol - I am thinking one dot for right, a dash for left ... similar to the "f" and "j" keys on a keyboard ... or braille writing. I know it won't solve the problem, but it may make...

If you go on to a European configurator (Germany?) and scroll down to the wheels, the range will show depending on 18" or 19" chosen. The headline figure is 19".

That's not strictly true ... whilst there may not be any more sales incentives, Tesla has in the past added things like free SuC miles if delivery is taken before quarter end. This was to encourage potential buyers to choose an inventory car over a new order. These incentives have been given to...

Around the 10th July, a few days up or down

When I ordered my MYP I was told that it was built around 10th July and is already in Southampton (conflicting info as someone else on the chat says it is not yet there). Since I collect from Bluewater, apparently it takes until the 18th at the earliest to be there. Reading about this "indirect...

Mine was similar. They balanced the wheels and re-aligned them. Didn't help. At a second visit I took a technician on a road test (on the worst roads around) ... whilst he noticed it, he did say that's normal due to it being an SUV, higher suspension, wheels, etc. I didn't believe him ...

I am just on a roadtrip to Scotland from London and try to use the Electric Universe card only as I have some charging credit from when I got the car. I can say that it works well and is very easy (used on Shell Recharge, Osprey and Ionity so far - all just like a contactless card. The are...

Not sure if it is related to this but I had the same problem. Auto-defogging kicking in every time I start a new journey. After software update this morning this seems sorted now.

I saw a Model Y at a SC in Austria recently, looked very good when driving past and immediately spotted "something different" so had to turn around and go back to have a closer look.

Just a quick report about my recent parking session with the 2022 Model Y LR. Lost 7 miles and 3% in 7 days. Temp at start was around 8C and at pickup around 0C. Car was never woken up, Sentry off. In my previous 2021 M3LR I lost 1 mile and 0% in a week but that was in Summer. So, if you are...

They know about ULEZ exemption but you still need to apply for the 100% discount on congestion charge. I got a screenshot of the V5C registration from the lease provider (not the actual colourful booklet) and could apply for the discount with that. Was accepted and confirmed within 1 day.

I had a closer look at my scratches and found they were inside. As this seemed odd, I took my thumb to it and they came off ... no scratches after all, just dirt. Gave the whole windscreen an Autoglym treatment ... all good now. Quick update on "non USS" driving for a few days. I don't find it...

Not sure, will have to clarify as I need one if they take longer than a few hours. I only raised the request on the app and await instructions. Will update here

I've also collected one from the 550 batch ... may I ask if you have the soft felt covering on the plastic on the back seats where the seatbelt buckle is? Mine doesn't have it ... I thought this was introduced back in Q2

No USS, old cameras, old seats ... but that's no problem. Got the long Type 2 charging cable, granny charger is there too. Build is very good, panel gaps very good, happy days. Have some minor things I reported via app to fix next week - vibration above 50mph, air bubble in PPF, scratch on...

Collected my batch 550 MYLR from Bluewater today. No issues from what I can see but need to check in daylight. No extended rear seat, no USS, old cameras. But no issue as everything works. Also, the car is so much more refined than 2021 M3's ... boot opens and closes much quicker and quieter...

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For all you Octopus EV customers out there ... I am picking up my MYLR tomorrow and have VIN and reg (was quite a challenge to get these) but Octopus' vehicle tracker still says "Nov 22 - Jan 23" ... not the most accurate tool.

I tried WBAC and Motorway for my 21 M3 LR in October. WBAC was very low, I assume they wanted to chance it and hope someone is in a hurry. Motorway estimated 2k higher than WBAC but as many already said, it's a complete faff with the pictures and then they have to call you. On the call, when I...

That is very helpful, and getting closer to realistic rates. Quick example here: On 8p per mile, a 100 mile business journey would work out £8 claimable from the employer. A simple assumption of 4 miles / kwh would use 25kwh for this journey. The electricity break even point is therefore £0.32...

That's a great reply, thank you. You are right, I have read many posts about this and in all honesty, confusion still remained. Your answer makes sense and aligns with my thoughts. I guess I have a quick chat with payroll to see how they plan to do it (delivery in few weeks). Based on that...

Hi all, I'd like to ask for some information please. My employer is paying me a car allowance which I am using for a Model Y via a salary sacrifice scheme. Where I am unsure about are the mileage rates. As far as I know, car allowance is classed in the same way as normal salary, regardless of...

Spoke to Tesla on the chat to see if they can match my order to a MYLR vehicle with same spec in inventory. They said that since I ordered before price increase, they can't do that. I have to wait my normal turn it seems.

Interesting this one ... I thought the same when I went to Bicester Village recently. All their charging stations are always full due to the amount of people visiting ... but most are Hybrids. I don't care too much as I never cut it that fine with my charge and rather use Oxford Services before...

That's a good point and I wondered the same many times. My personal opinion is that these chargers should not be used by anyone who is not shopping. However, at the end of the day it is up to the supermarket to decide what they want to do. It will be difficult to police though - i doubt they...

Is it ok to post cars for sale here or just parts / accessories? I will give it a go for now :) I am selling my 2021 Model 3 Long Range in the lovely blue with 19" Sport wheels. Car was first registered on 30/06/2021 and is one of the first models that includes the external pedestrian speaker...

Logbook won't take long. Good thing is that TFL are much quicker than the 10 days they claim online. I did the application with the upload of the V5 in the afternoon, and by the next day I had the confirmation of 100% discount applied in my inbox. Off topic: This ... and a few other things make...

Oh, a simple way (until you can get it properly adjusted) is to drive right up to a wall on level ground, mark and measure the height of the lower line coming out of the headlight, reverse 12.5m and adjust with the scrollwheels so that the lower line is now 1/4 lower than your mark. For example...

The pattern is correct. When driving on a straight road, the "higher" part is supposed to illuminate everything to the left of the lane you are driving in (pavement, pedestrians, etc). If you keep the correct distance to the car in front it will not blind them. The "lower" line of light...

Hi all, Quick question regarding paint protection. I came across a product called Gardx as a two stage paint protection system. Has anyone heard of it or used it in the past? Considering using it but obviously not if it doesn't have much of a result. Thanks

Tesla will look at it if you document it. If their repair fixes it is doubtful. With my M3LR they "applied rattle-prevention measures" (their actual words) to two doors but this did nothing. I ended up identifying that the rattle comes from where the plastic of the doorcards touches the metal...

Hi all, I am in the process (like many others too) of looking into battery storage in the first instance, possibly adding solar at a later stage. I plan to charge the battery with cheaper night electricity via Octopus. My daily requirement (without the car) is around 10kwh and should be covered...

Sometimes yes, sometimes no ... doesn't seem to make a difference. Even with circulate on the a/c should take moisture from the air I think, unless I'm wrong. It's not a big drama but never had that in any car before and also not in the M3 since I got it in March.

Hi all, A few weeks ago my refresh M3 started to develop an issue with the aircon that wasn't there before. I always have a/c turned "on" and "Auto" enabled and let the system do the work. Recently however, it regularly drops the a/c and the windows start to steam up immediately. To get rid...

Hi all, I drive a M3LR and want to go to Paris for 3 days but my employer doesn't allow me to take the car there. I am now looking to hire a car. I know I can get any old car but it doesn't feel right, would prefer a Tesla. Any idea where I can rent one without signing my life away?

Thanks, I will check them out. Generally I totally agree, it is important to drive in a way to prevent these situations in the first place. Having said that, I am convinced that not every driver has yet experienced how the brake pedal feels when you emergency brake from 60mph ... or what to do...

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has come across a company offering advanced driver safety trainings. A few people in my team drive company cars (EV, Hybrid, ICE) and are on the roads daily. I am thinking of organizing a day where we can experience and improve on our driving skills (skid...

I'd love for Alexa to be able to unlock the chargeport. I get her to turn off the lights on my way out, would be handy to give this command at the same time. Another option would be a standalone smart button (Flic button I think) somewhere in the garage when I walk in. Pressing that would...

Yes that could also sound like that. I will wait for now, if I have a visit at some point I'll mention that too

I have a whisteling noise coming from the vent strip, it sounds like something is stuck in there. I can hear it whith the A/C on "auto" or any other setting. Anyone noticed the same thing? Will try and capture in a video.

I found that if you are not central in your lane when engaging AP it will moan. If you are only slightly to the side it will quite aggressively move you in the middle, if it is too much it doesn't engage. Not sure if that could be the reason. I believe that someone on here said a while ago that...

I have a brand-new, in box and sealed set of premium dashcams for sale. Garmin 66W and Garmin Mini Dashcam. Currently one of the best and simplest solutions if anyone needs them for additional cars. Obviously not needed as Tesla has enough cameras, purchased as I planned to get another car...

I do respectfully disagree on that one. As always, it only takes a few that behave badly to tarnish the reputation of the bunch. Sure, the majority are good, responsible guys ... but the few that are not, are seriously dangerous (or at least egoistical to a level that they don't care about...

He didn't move a complete lane, only about 30cm into my lane, no indicators. It wasn't a scary situation as I was half expecting autopilot to play up in this situation, just noticed it. And yea, he may have had a valid reason for his move, maybe a pothole (yes, contrary to popular belief, there...

It was a four lane road so was fine to overtake the slower lorry. I was approaching the pair of them and was not yet alongside but kindof suspected AP could be acting up, but I didn't want to change lane just for the sake of it as mine was free. When I was at the hight of his last axle, he moved...

I have been driving along the M25 today when a lorry (lane 2), who was overtaking another lorry, purposely moved into my lane (lane 3) just as I passed him. The road was dry, straight and wide - he had no reason to move over. I anticipated that a lorry potentially could upset autopilot so I...

Collected my LR on Monday from Thorpe Park - was supposed to be a delivery but hey, someone got it wrong and I didn't want to wait for another 2 weeks to rearrange. Arrived 45 mins early, was the only one in the reception area, two Tesla employees were very efficient. Just checked licence...

I picked up my LR yesterday, fog lights are working. And as we know, it has heated steering wheel. I couldn't find any issues, paint looks good and panel gaps are as they should be. And it smells good :)

It definitely is something that should be ironed out. In my eyes, it is more annoying rather than dangerous as the driver still needs to pay attention. The car would only decide to brake if it thinks there may be an issue ... the software might not be perfect but I'm sure it will get better. It...