Zippy drives a Tesla Model 3 75kWh 2019.
This is Zippy’s first electric car, he’s owned the Model 3 between 2-3 years and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 30,000-40,000 miles and he achieves 230 miles range from a full charge.
Why did you choose the Tesla Model 3?
As a huge tech fan and being a shareholder in the company, I had also planned to buy one. With its huge lead in technology and design there wasn’t many others to consider. With the continuous updates for the car it’s got better over the years since owning it and it’s still got plenty of potential.
Positives
- Handling
- performance
- technology
- the future goal of the whole company.
Negatives
- Had minor issues with phone connectivity but it’s got better with updates, can’t fault it otherwise.
Compared to when you first bought the car, does your battery still charge at the same rate & do you still get the same range?
Everything is just as good as when I got it.
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
- Wheel balancing – but easily fixed
Phone connectivity – still a little buggy but better than it was.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
- Track mode
- over the air updates
- autopilot
- the touchscreen response
- supercharger network
- mobile app is great and many more.
Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car
Light shows, gaming & farts!
What’s the biggest or funniest myth you’ve heard about EVs?
That they catch fire more than ICE cars.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
Tesla or Ford – these companies seem to be working together really well to create a better future.
Do you charge your electric car from home?
Yes
Do you have a home charging unit installed?
No
Electricity supplier & tariff
Octopus Energy – are one of the best, all my EV friends use them and their night rates are great for EV drivers.
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Tesla Superchargers
Please itemise where you’re saving money (or not) owning & running a Tesla Model 3
- Saving over £250 on fuel, charging is free at work
- cheap maintenance saving me hundreds a year compared to my old car
- insurance was high but luckily found a great deal with Admiral.
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