Roy drives a Tesla Model S 90kWh 2016.
This is Roy’s first electric car, he’s owned the Model S from new and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 60,000-70,000 miles and he achieves 220 miles from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Tesla Model S?
Performance, economy and practicality.
Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car
- Fast 0-60 in 4 seconds
- economical – free charging at home and en route
- style
- great capacity.
Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car
- The interference by the Government & UN that limits the capability of automation available in the USA.
Compared to when you first bought the car, does your battery still charge at the same rate & do you still get the same range?
Same rate, 11% less indicated range.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Trivial issues with door handles and boot cinch motor.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
- Autopilot
- can connect to any network (CCS, CHADEMO, CCS, Menekes, 13amp 3pin)
- navigation seamlessly adapted to charging infrastructure.
Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Ability to move the car out of a tight space while outside the car using the app.
What’s the biggest or funniest myth you’ve heard about EVs?
EV batteries only last a couple of years.
Home charging unit – outline both positive & negative elements
myenergi zappi charger allows me to charge off my solar PV for free. No negatives.
Electricity supplier & tariff – outline both positive & negative elements
Domestic electricity from EDF is far too expensive given the wholesale prices. Our electricity seems to be cross subsidising the French network. Having said that EDF actually pay me for the privilege of supplying my gas and electric thanks to my FIT (Feed-in Tariff).
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Tesla are the only reliable fast chargers that are not price gouging the driver.
Insurer – outline both positive & negative elements
esure – only get insurance to keep plod happy, as have not made a claim since 1975.
Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running a Tesla Model 3
- Free fuel about £2,000 per year
- cheaper servicing £1,000 per year
- road tax. £2,600 per year
- maintenance & insurance £400 per year.
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