10 Ways To Ruin Your Tesla | DO NOT Make This Mistake

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Breaking down 10 things to avoid when buying a Tesla that could ruin your car if you aren't careful.

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[RyanShawtech]

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[digitaldingo]

For those that don't have 18mins to waste...

*Don't charge over 90%
*Don't drain to zero
*Don't close Frunk improperly
*Be careful when turning you could easy scratch your rims.
*Don't do 3rd party installs or mods.
*Don't use manual door latch.

The rest was meh.

[robertdavidsanders]

#11: Don't rent your Tesla out on Turo!!!

[kenbob]

Tesla should put the recommended charging information for the model/battery directly on the charging screen to avoid confusion.

[joeys]

Paying attention to curb is underrated. Glad it made it here

[crystalf]

Thank you for this video. A) derp on my part didn’t know there was a manual door release and good to know for emergencies B) probably won’t let riders know there’s one because I don’t want them defaulting to that! Thanks again for shedding light on things I didn’t even think about. The physical things (non-software related) are the ones I truly take note because I want this beautiful car to stay that way as long as possible

[VisitorsWelcome]

Excellent advice! In addition, because of the low clearance, don’t drive too far forward on parking barriers or yo’u’ll damage the under body shield as I did. Also due to no spare tire, pack an inflator so you won’t be tempted to drive on a flat.

[morningstarz]

this video saved my Model Y. I was doing "slam my front trunk" and "manual release the front door". Thank you sir!

[wdbldr]

If you own a 3 or a y watch your right turns. Because you sit a bit forward in the car, when you turn your rear wheels are not as far along as you think. This is responsible for every curb rash that has happened on my 3. Right rear tire contacting the curb. I have about 8% range loss just by the indicator after 4.25 years and 90, 000 miles. I don't think that is to bad. I charge 100% only a few times per year mostly at the start of a long road trip and then maybe at a hotel where I can charge and avoid a Supercharger stop.

[markumbers]

Wheel covers need to be cheap, recyclable, easily replaced and sacrificial. Moulded plastic is extremely cheap to manufacture. Tesla should recognise this hassle and offer a cheap, concern free solution. It would make no difference to their bottom line. Not only should all EVs be home batteries on wheels, they should be able to help charge another EV and have ports for all sorts of tool battery charging and be able to support the grid. Ford has got the right attitude with this.

[michaelenglund]

I have a Tesla but am fed up with all phantom breaking when driving with normal distance to bicyclists or pedestrians. Happens in other situations too. Sometimes the car beaks so hard for nothing that there is a risk for the car behind to crash into me.
Ive suggested to Tesla to give the oprion to have adaptive cruise control without interferance.

[millardnance]

Saw your previous two issues with rear collision repairs referenced in an article on one of my news feeds…the point was how expensive Tesla’s (and other EV’s) are to repair when compared to conventional ICE cars. I read articles like this with a bit of suspicion because many seem to be very biased against Tesla. My MYLR2021 was clipped on the rear driver side when parked. The bumper cover and the unit below were scraped and the cover was separated from the brackets. Through Tesla, I was able to locate a local Tesla certified repair shop and scheduled the work…total cost is below $2, 000. I asked for a comparison as if the same issue occurred with my 2014 MerBenz 350 Cabriolet…The cost for the MB was $700 more. The shop also indicated that they are continually waiting for parts for Honda’s and Toyota’s, in some cases up to 4 months. Interesting experience…was pleased that all went well and back on the road in a reasonable time.

[johnreese]

As a new Model 3 owner, I appreciate this info/video! Thanks for a great job!!

[radicalradzik]

Super sage advise Ryan. Thanks for sharing your experience and wisdom.

[Iffy]

I don't even own a Tesla, but I'm considering buying one. This video was extremely professional and well made. It contained very useful information and it was very well presented, thank you!

[ReverendRandy]

Great show, Ryan! Thanks!
Since we bought our 2020 Model Y, I have been driving more and noticing that I wish the driver's sun visor would work in two directions---both forward and to the left side simultaneously. This would be very helpful when driving on a winding road into the sunset. Peace

[drdanj]

Re #5 and curb rash: Many who buy a Tesla seem not to "get it" that the cars are wider than their previous vehicle. Wider cars = more likely to get curb rash. My wife and I both bought new cars after many years. Her's was wider and she (and I) curb rashed her wheels, both times turning right in a parking lot. I was "lucky" that I bought my Tesla later, after learning the lesson.

[SMASHINGblargharghar]

On my 3rd day of ownership and I went to visit my father and show off a little. He had zero issues getting into the car. I didn't even think to warn him of the manual release. The second we parked, he instinctively grabbed it and opened the door. I immediately reacted "Pop! You can't use that handle, it's for emergencies and can damage the--" and before I can complete that sentence and warn him not to close it like that, he slams the door shut lmao. Fortunately no damage but I think I had a mild panic attack

[mikeroll]

Superb video, Ryan! Extremely valuable info for all Tesla (and other EUV) owners. I also enjoy your tight editing and crisp presentation. You set a standard that many presenters on YouTube could learn from.

[t.a.akinsete]

Yep…was just trying to decide on rim protection and this put my decision right over the top 👍