JD drives a Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD 75kWh 2024.
This is JD’s second electric car, he’s owned the Model 3 less than 1 year and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 1,000-5,000 miles and he achieves 220 miles range from an 80% charge.
Why did you choose a Tesla Model 3?
Loved my first Tesla and wanted the new model as the shape changed and had loads of other upgrades.
Positives
- Looks
- easy to drive
- range.
Negatives
- Steering feedback not great for vibration
- rattles come and go.
Compared to when you first bought the car, does your battery still charge at the same rate & do you still get the same range?
Yes
Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?
Vibration – but can’t be fixed, seems to be part of car.
What are the standout technological features of the car?
Software & OTA updates.
Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about your electric car
Say “Open butthole” and it opens the car charger flap, lol!!
What’s the biggest or funniest myth you’ve heard about EVs?
Batteries die, catch fire and charging takes ages.
What electric car(s) are you interested in next and why?
Tesla model 3 performance – it’s what I’d love but too expensive new. Waiting for a 3 year old one.
Home charging unit
Pod Point and 3-pin plug.
Electricity supplier & tariff
EDF (non-EV)
What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?
Tesla, IONITY and Wenea.
Insurance
LV= great insurer but expensive.
Are you saving money (or not) owning & running a Tesla Model 3?
Saving on fuel and servicing.
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