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Posted on June 1, 2017September 24, 2018

Considering an Electric Vehicle?

If this is your first time considering an electric vehicle (EV), there sure seems like a lot of things to learn.  The truth is there is a bit of a learning curve, but the good news is, unlike Elon Musk's other venture, its not rocket science, and you have a great community and this handy dandy …

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Posted on July 3, 2017September 27, 2018

Prepare for Your New Tesla

While it might seem like its going to be forever before your car shows up, there are a few things you can do to prepare for its arrival and to help pass the time. 🙂 Is it Here Yet (Things to do While You Wait)? Charging Get you home charging taken care of--check out this …

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Posted on July 7, 2017September 24, 2018

The First Drive in Your New Tesla

So, owning and driving a Tesla, or any EV is pretty much like driving the gasoline-powered cars you are used to, with a couple of exceptions related to driving and re-fueling (charging), which I will cover here. Before you Drive So, yes, you can get into your Tesla and happily drive without reading this, but …

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Posted on June 1, 2017July 1, 2019

Charging Your Tesla At Home

Charging at home is central to your ownership experience--it will be your primary method of charging your car and starting each day with a full tank is one of the perks of EV ownership. Find an Electrician The first thing to do is find a good electrician--ideally you want someone who is licensed and has …

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Posted on June 2, 2017September 24, 2018

Charging Your Tesla on Long Distance Travel

Charging when you are traveling long distance can be a bit more complicated as there are a few more more things to keep in mind, but, again, with a couple of road trips under your belt, this will become second nature. This post will cover various types of public chargers available, how to find them and …

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Posted on June 2, 2017September 24, 2018

Planning Long Distance Travel in Your Tesla

Roadtrips can be one the best parts of EV ownership, but, to be honest, the first couple of long distance trips your Tesla might seem a little daunting, so this post will explore how to plan a successful trip.  There is no substitute for "doing", so I would suggest you get a couple of short …

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Posted on July 8, 2018September 24, 2018

Quick Take: Tesla Battery Pack Health

The current go-to technology for EV battery packs is batteries based on lithium ion (Li-ion) chemistries. Li-ion batteries offer a lot of advantages including cost and energy density but one downside they have is, over time, their ability to hold a charge degrades. While this is an inescapable characteristic of Li-ion batteries, there are things …

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Posted on July 8, 2018September 24, 2018

Quick Take: Your Tesla Audio System

Your Tesla provides you with a wide variety of options for listening to music on your drive.  Since some of the options may be new to you, it is worthwhile understanding the nuances of your options. The audio options break down into three catagories: Terrestrial Radio:  The traditional AM/FM or DAB (Europe) Streaming: internet sources …

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Posted on July 21, 2017September 24, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you have a suggestion for an addition to the FAQ page, please leave it in the comments. Charging Why did the green light around the charging port turn off?  Is the car still charging? It is normal behavior.  Once you lock you car and walk away, the light turns off, presumably to avoid unnecessary …

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Co-Pilot Manual

  • Considering an Electric Vehicle?
  • Prepare for Your New Tesla
  • The First Drive in Your New Tesla
  • Charging Your Tesla At Home
  • Charging Your Tesla on Long Distance Travel
  • Planning Long Distance Travel in Your Tesla
  • Quick Take: Tesla Battery Pack Health
  • Quick Take: Your Tesla Audio System
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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