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Tesla lowers Model Y, S, and X range estimations following exaggeration complaints
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this post was submitted on 05 Jan 2024
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They need to update the actual software, not only the published estimates. My nephew was left stranded at 2am because the built in navigation which directs you to super charging stations based on charge remaining said he had 5 miles of charge to reach a station 1 mile away. He didn't plan the charging stop. The Tesla navigation software told him at the previous charge station where to drive to reach the next charge without running out.
The "5 miles range" turned into 0 miles over the next few seconds. He had to push his car the rest of the way to reach the supercharger station.
This despite Tesla's claim that you can drive a little longer even when you reach "0 miles" range.
I didn't think you'd be able to push an EV. Do Tesla's have some sort of tow or neutral mode?
"Neutral" on an EV doesn't mean the same thing as on a IC car. The motors are still physically connected to the wheel, so turning the wheels will create an electric current.
That current will flow into the batteries from the "wrong end". Normally, charge controllers and battery management systems will ensure every cell of battery gets a balanced charge, but those systems don't work when you tow or push an EV. You can end up ruining the battery. Another issue is that power and friction cause heat, and when the car isn't running, that might cause overheating.
Now, the good news is that you're very unlikely to push an electric car fast enough or far enough for either of those to become a real issue. Electric cars are still big and heavy.
Yeah that's what I thought. So not only are you fighting the usual weight and friction, but also resistance from the motors.