J Hutchins drives a Tesla Model Y Long Range 2022 electric car.

This is J’s second electric car, he’s owned the Model Y from new and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 300 miles range from a full charge.

Rate your Model Y out of 5

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Why did you choose this electric car?

Brand reputation, technologically advanced, delight to drive, very comfortable, good luggage capacity. USP is the Tesla Supercharger network.

Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car

• Technology
• reliability
• excellent range.

Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car

None

Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?

None

What are the standout tech features of the car?

Excellent system management & reliable OTA updates.

Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car

Amazing one pedal control.

What electric car are you interested in next and why?

Will stay with Tesla.

What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

BP Chargemaster – provided free when purchasing a Zoe ZE50.

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What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

EDF Go electric

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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?

Tesla Superchargers & IONITY for reliability.

List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference)

• Tesla
• IONITY
• Osprey.

Who do you insure your electric car with? Would you recommend them to others and why?

Admiral – they are reasonably priced and prepared to insure a Tesla Model Y.

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Estimate how much money you save per month owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car

£200

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