5 Things I Learned as a New Tesla Owner!

Welcome to Metz Tech. Here are 5 things I learned as a first time Tesla buyer!

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[notvaporlocked]

We’ve had our long range Model Y for two and one half years in SW Missouri and have never seen any hate to our Tesla

[MikeRadioNY]

Hey Chris Metz! (Go Mets!) Basic auto pilot has adaptive cruise and drives you around ALL curves… Not just site curves! It is not Lane keeping cyst like other cars… It actually will let you follow the lane and adjust your speed. And that comes with all Teslas

[jimstravels]

I’ve wanted an EV for a long time. I first drove a Tesla Model S 75D in 2022. It was nice but was 4+ years at the time of rental and battery degradation was very apparent but was still fun. Fast forward to July 2023, I bought a ‘23 Model 3 RWD. I live in SC and Tesla dealers are not allowed. Had to pick up in Savannah, GA. Since then I fell in love with it. Everyone at work then, and even now, ask me about my car and want to drive, which I’m happy to oblige. Cut to March 2024 when the new “Highland” performance was debuted, I had to have it. So I am currently waiting for my VIN. Ordered in early May. When my house was built in 2022, I had a NEMA 14-50 installed as a just in case scenario. Makes like Hell of a lot easier than going to gas station and/or using public chargers. It’s amazing. Elon, I hate the guy!

[TranTek]

For Canada
we pay twice as much for gas as compare to States side $1.6 per litre works out to be over $6 per gal

and super charger still way way cheaper
agreed with the way Tesla drives and regen slow down is a big safety

the camp mode cooling and heating
camera as security is another big one

[markl]

One of the joys of owning my Model 3 has been shopping online for little upgrades like center console trays, storage organizers and even interior trim enhancements. A fraction of the cost of legacy auto additions. While most legacy auto adders are cheap cosmetic things, most of my Tesla enhancements have been useful.

[AB]

Here is my take from someone who only supercharges since taking delivery of my refreshed M3 LR, hope this helps anyone on the fence. I knew what I was getting myself into and my assumptions were spot on. I live in a condo and it will be a couple to several years before they can install chargers for the community. I only work 3 days a week, 32 mi round trip and the occasional driving other days. I am able to supercharge once a week and it's still cheaper than my Corolla for the month. I supercharged the other day in the early morning when it is cheapest and it is .21 / kWh I don't go above 85 percent and I usually try to stay between 10 and 20. I was at 2 percent when I charged and went up to 85 percent and it cost me 14.07 and so far it has been 40 dollars and for the month it will be 54 still cheaper than my Corolla which was around 65-70 per month. I live in Phoenix and it seriously starting to feel like an over true story. I'm losing about 35-40 mi of range but that was true with my Corolla. Yes the heat does drain the battery mainly due to overheat protection activated. Before it got hot I was consistently able to charge between 15-20 percent. While I'm supercharging I'm able to do other things and it really goes faster than what it says. Hope this helps
Phoenix AZ

[TerryA]

You are exactly right. I posted in social media about getting a Tesla and was slammed by the hate and amazed at the misconceptions people have about EVs. New tech has changed a lot of what they thought they knew. I hope I don't get keyed but won't be surprised if I do.

[snakeplissken]

Purchased my MYP in March and did a trade in. Smoothest purchase ever.

[YT-ebxn]

I love your videos, and they convinced me to buy an M3. My M3 LRAWD has finally been delivered—it's super quiet with ultra-fast acceleration, and I'm 100% satisfied. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your videos! From Osaka, Japan.

[MikeRadioNY]

Hey Chris Metz (Go Mets!). Tesla does not have dealerships… They have showrooms they have service centers. They have delivery centers but the one thing they do not have is dealerships I guess because you work for Chevy for so long that you’re used to the word dealerships but thank God they do not have stealerships

[billa]

Big one I learned buying my Tesla about a year ago is to use the referral code link. We had a referral code but thought we would be prompted to put it in at some point. Went through the whole process and never got asked. Called Tesla to see if we could provide the code and get the $ off plus other perks and got a “nope” response. Would have had to cancel the order and redo through the link, loosing our $250 non-refundable deposit. By that point I didn’t feel like going through that hassle. The other thing I learned - I REALLY like this car (SR RWD M3). Hopefully I’m still driving this car in 15 years. My 12 year old gen 1 Volt is still going strong and has been passed down to my teenage kids as a daily/school driver. Hope my Tesla holds up as well or better.

[ArthurRondeau-mesb]

I’ve just rented a 2016 Model S (90D) on Turo so that I could decide if it would fit my needs. It was as I expected, as complete blast to drive! With my 69-year old body, it was a bit challenging to get in and out, but once in I loved most of the experience. The same owner has a Model 3 performance that he also offers on Turo. I’ll be sure to go back before long to try the Model 3!

[smsuperstrat]

What I learned was insurance companies hate Tesla. I just bought a 2020 Model Y LR. It cost 300% more than my 2019 CX 9 GT fully loaded.

[hereigoagain]

Sorry that people are hostile to your choice. Freedom is a two-way street: can't be freedom for me but not for thee.

[ShoebMortoza]

do you find this single motor rear wheel struggling with full load in highway take overs faster?

[Altalus]

Just ordered mine (Model 3 LR) on July 24th, and will need to wait until Sept 11-22, but only because I selected a colour (white) too popular and not available. I could`ve had one in Stealth Gray the next day. It's awesome :)

[icy]

You can customize the price/kWh used in the app for home/work/other charging to make it more accurate.

[brucedaar]

I agree. Owning a Tesla is awesome. Will never go back to gas!!

[johnlonergan]

Have a 2021 Model Y. Had a Bolt for 3 years prior. Couldn’t wait to get rid of it. Range terrible. High speed charging very slow. High speed chargers didn’t work most of the time. Model Y so superior it made the Bolt seem like years old technology. Love the Y. We have never experienced any negativity regarding the Y.

[KnocTurnalFilms]

I've had my M3 refresh for about a month and only use superchargers because I live in a Condo. It's really not as expensive as you would think, and I live in Seattle. It's a lot cheaper than gas. Also, I'm one of those people who hate Elon, but I love my car. It's really a double-edged sword. However, the hate over the car isn't necessary.