I recently had the tires on my Tesla Model 3 changed. As I wrote, I had a third-party tire shop do the job this time instead of Tesla, who I used the first time I had to change my tires, since that was much cheaper (about $600 cheaper). As far … [continued]
It’s been a few months since my last Tesla Model 3 cost of ownership update. Since then, I’ve had an air filter replaced and I got 4 new tires. Let’s dig in and see where I stand 4 years and 4 months after buying my Tesla Model 3 Standard Range … [continued]
October 21 was the 4-year anniversary of our dual-motor Tesla Model 3 Long Range (see picture from our 2019 delivery day above). The odometer now reads: 110,860 miles. Please find below my comprehensive review. CleanTechnica Chief Editor Zach Shahan just reviewed his Tesla Model 3 SR+ for its 4th anniversary … [continued]
I’ve spent more money on maintenance of my 2019 Tesla Model 3 SR+ (Standard Range Plus), so it’s time for another cost of ownership update. Also, before I get into the latest expense, I should note that I decided to pass on the Tesla extended warranty option. I wrote about … [continued]
We used to produce a lot of total cost of ownership analyses for the Tesla Model 3 and other electric vehicles, but especially the Tesla Model 3. Something I learned from that is that one of the biggest cost of ownership factors — or the biggest — is depreciation. Or … [continued]
I wrote about the Tesla Extended Warranty for Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in March when it was introduced. At the time, I had a hard time deciding if it was worth the cost or not. Now, I’ve got less than two weeks to decide whether to get the … [continued]
Why I still love my Model 3 after 3.6 years and almost 100,000 miles. Looking at my Tesla app, my Tesla Model 3 odometer now reads: 99,377 miles. By the time this is published, I will probably be over 100,000 miles. I am a huge proponent of green technology, and … [continued]
My Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (SR+) is 3 months away from its 4-year birthday, and is approaching 37,000 miles. I had the air filter changed today, which means it’s time for another update on the car’s operation and maintenance costs. The last time I wrote an update on … [continued]
For 6 months, my wife and I have used 9 or 10 versions of FSD Beta V10. Recently, we heard about Tesla working on a “revolutionary” upgrade from V10 to V11. This upgrade would incorporate big improvements that Tesla has been working on for a long time. Finally, we got … [continued]
Background (skip these first three paragraphs if you’re familiar with my background): I’m a huge EV fanboy and have been driving electric cars now for 8 years. I also have solar panels on my house, so I can brag that I am driving on sunshine. I previously owned 3 Nissan … [continued]
