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Electrifying Insights
Приєднався 25 бер 2024
As passionate advocates for sustainable mobility, Electrifying Insights was created to provide a comprehensive and reliable source of information on all things EVs. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, our mission is to keep you informed and help you make the best decisions for your electric vehicle journey.
0-100% Supercharging Test With My 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range
In this video, you join Matthew as he conducts a 0-100% Supercharging test on his 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range. Watch to see how the charging process unfolds, gain insights into supercharging efficiency, and discover the total time and cost involved.
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My 500-Mile Road Trip in a 2018 Tesla Model 3 with Full Self-Driving 12.3.6!
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In this video, you join Matthew as he sets off on a 500-mile road trip from the Outer Banks of North Carolina to the mountains of Asheville, all while relying solely on the Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities of his trusty Tesla Model 3.
Upgrading My Tesla Model 3 from Autopilot 2.5 to Full Self-Driving!
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In this video, you join Matthew on his journey to upgrade his 2018 Tesla Model 3 from the old Autopilot 2.5 Computer to the Full Self-Driving Computer. Find out what this process is like step-by-step and find out if the upgrade was truly worth it! X: ElectrifyingIns Instagram: electrifyinginsights Website: electrifyinginsights.com
Road Tripping 650 Miles to the Outer Banks in a Used Tesla Model 3 With 78k Miles!
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In the very first Electrifying Insights video, you join Matthew on a road trip in an older 2018 Tesla Model 3 with 78,000 miles and some battery degradation .In this first vlog-style video, Matthew documents his experiences and shares what it's really like to take a long-distance journey in a seasoned electric vehicle. Get ready for an authentic look at the ups and a downs of traveling in an ol...
Norfolk service center ?
If you hold your finger on the seatbelt warning on the back seat graphic it will go away/stop the alerts
How much did the backpack weigh? It could think its a newborn baby or someone really light. Using 35kwh is about 1.04 gallons of gasoline, divided by the 128 driven gets 123 miles per gallon equivalent.
A REAL CUTIE. WHEAT-GRASS ALWAYS TASTES NASTY...BUT IT'S GOOD FOR YOU.
It's good that you had AC on - real life. I'm going to buy a car and then I'll have the AC Off because.... yeah 😂
Good video! That Ioniq looks like a Saab! You may be too young to remember Saabs 😂
I know what a Saab is and im 18.
Been road-tripping in Teslas for 7 years. Michigan to Florida, Michigan to Kentucky, Michigan to Tennessee, Michigan to South Dakota. You really and rarely need to charge beyond 80 percent. Use the onboard destination navigation and it will automatically guide you with no worries.
Bingo. I made sure and mentioned this in the video. I just did this test for those who were curious about the charging curve
Thanks for the video Matthew. I've had a 2019 RWD Model 3 Standard range for about 18 months and had always thought it should have had a 150 kW max charge rate because of its smaller 55 kWh battery, but this summer I've frequently seen 174 kW and even 177 kW on Version 3 Superchargers. There must have been an update that has raised the maximum charge rate. I'd like to repeat the test you did but from the more common low SOC I get on a road trip of around 5% to 95%, but what did you do to capture the data and display the graphs that way?
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’m glad to hear your charge rate has increased! The way I track the charging data is through an app called Tessie. You just connect it to your Tesla account and it automatically tracks all charging data and generates those graphs I showed in the video.
As a person who is considering picking up a used Tesla, I appreciate this video on an older car. I also appreciate your closing commentary on how the trip would've been if you had used your old pre-LFP Standard Range Plus car.
Thanks so much, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I still would recommend staying away from non-LFP Standard Range vehicles. They just don’t have enough range, and don’t charge as well as the LFP cars.
@@OfficialElectrifyingInsights Do you know if, right now, only the Model 3 Standard Range and Model Y Standard Range are LFP or have the LFP batteries started yo be used in the X, S and/or other "trim levels" i.e., Long Range and Performance?
I will say that you def want to be at 20% or just a little under. I charged at a SC from 6% up to 72%. Spent $17.28. Charged up again at 19% went up to 87% spent the same amount of money.
Only thing I don’t like about super charging stations is that they don’t have protection against the rain like traditional gas stations with roofs
That’s definitely been a complaint of mine as well. There are a few I’ve been to that have canopies, but they’re very rare
I am not against EVs. Not my cup of tea but whenever I watch a travel video (really enjoy them) , the EV drivers constantly talk about range, and charging, cost, and where the next charge is. When I see the videos with gas driven cars they talk about the scenery, stopping for food, exploring smaller towns, etc. They never mention gas other than stopping to fill up. My point? I guess that is for you decide as I know what I want to drvie,
Thanks for your comment! EVs are newer, so we focus on range, charging, and costs to educate viewers about their practicality on road trips. We want to show that traveling with an EV is easy and convenient, including how far they can go and where to charge. As people get more familiar with EVs, we hope to focus more on the journey and experiences, just like in videos with gas-powered cars.
@@OfficialElectrifyingInsights Now that is a classic definition of optimism. I like your positivity. I wonder if those folks in Canada and Chicago last winter were that optimistic in trying to charge their EVs at -20 below..
Never charge to 100% on trips. It’s… dumb. A waste of time.
It is just an experiment.
Agreed. I made sure and pointed that out in the video :)
@@Derpy1969 it makes sense to charge to 100% right before leaving for a trip, though.
When you upgraded from MCU 2.5 to 3.0 and have FSD software installed, do you lose the Radar and Ultrasonic features for parking?
Thankfully, no! Ultrasonic is still fully functional!
I have a 85k miles 2018 M3 LR. 99.5% is L2 charging. Still on MCU 2.5, and has lifetime premium connectivity. If FSD transfer is still available by the time needing a new M3 LR, will just pay $2k to upgrade from EAP then transfer FSD directly to new car (without paying $1k to upgrade M3 MCU from 2.5 to 3.0) Had Michelin PILOT SPORT AS4 235/45ZR18 98Y XL tires (45k miles before it got too noisy with 4/32 and 6/32 thread) and currently on Continenal ExtremeContact DWS S06 Plus 235/45ZR18XL. 250 mi/kw lifetime average. Don't really track the battery/range health, nothing out of norm. Replaced charging door assembly at 30k miles. Replaced sensor for passenger seat (free) at 56k miles. Replaced 12v battery at 65k miles (4.5 years). Replaced 2 sets of air filter by myself.
Awesome! Sounds like you’ve had a pretty good experience with your 2018 Model 3! Being able to transfer FSD to a new car is something I’d definitely take advantage of.
Good video man model 3 rules trading my 22 M3P in a couple of weeks for the new highland M3P!
That’s awesome! The new highland 3 performance is my dream car at the moment!
Just subscribed. Looking forward to more content.
Thanks so much! I really appreciate it
PSA: you can remove the front plate bracket really easily with a hair dryer, goo gone and water
Thanks for the advice! Shortly after this video I managed to get it off :)
Loving the content so far. I also have a 2018 3 long range awd with almost 80k miles. Love it!
Thanks so much! That’s awesome! I’m glad you’re loving your Model 3!
What's your estimated miles on a full charge now at 80k miles?
Great drive and very enjoyable to follow.
Glad you enjoyed it
This would hardly happen in real life. Charge 10-15 to 60-70 percent and move along. People need to urinate.
Exactly. I did make sure and clarify that a couple times in the video 👍🏻
I have a 100lb dog in my backseat and changed the settings to "child carseat" so it doesn't require a seatbelt (they have the safety latch system that doesn't have sensors for child carseats).
That’s smart, thanks for the advice!
Thanks for an interesting video!
Thanks so much!
I'm sure this is widely known but can you clarify in videos that LR and Performance suggest the 80 or 90% daily charging. Standard is 100% daily charging
I actually did clarify that in the video 👍🏻
Great review. FSD hands on wheel nag has now been dropped in the latest update - should transform trips like this. Good luck with the channel!
I’m super excited to get that FSD update! Hopefully I receive it soon. Thanks for your comment!
Enjoyed your video very much! Great to see a 6 year old Model 3 in such excellent shape - battery and overall condition. Bodes well for my 2023 RWD Model 3.
Thanks so much! I’m glad you liked the video and have an even better outlook on your Model 3!
good stuff bro!
Local here, well feel like a local, always in OBX a few times a year. Look forward to seeing you down there! Havent taken my 3 down there yet, always seem to drive my truck (love driving on the beach) great vid, subbed as well!
Thanks! I really appreciate it! That’s awesome! Hope to see you down here at some point! If you ever feel like taking a break from driving on the beach, bring on over your Model 3! lol
I agree about the car staying in the passing lane.
Yeah, it’s pretty annoying sometimes :/
Congratulations!
Thanks!
Can you make more videos about 2018 FSD?
Absolutely! Coming soon!
Nice video mate! Followed you 🤙🏼
Thanks man, much appreciated!
Thank you for doing this, Matthew! Now I know, and I don't have to do this on my 2019!
You're welcome! I'm glad I could help save you some time
Nice water..... but what's organic water? Lol
lol, that's a great question. I was poking fun at expensive "healthy" grocery stores like Whole Foods and Fresh Market
I have a great appreciation for Tesla and their impressive technology. However, in the video you waited an hour to charge your Tesla, paying $27.93, and received only a 283-mile range. In comparison, I typically spend between $30 and $40 to fill up my gas-powered car, which provides nearly 500 miles of range. To clarify, my vehicle is not a Prius. Given these figures, I am finding it difficult to see the practical advantages of an electric vehicle over a traditional combustion engine. While I understand that Teslas are known for their speed and advanced features, I prioritize practical benefits over performance, as I am not engaging in high-speed driving.
You don’t charge these to 100 percent every single time you charge. It’s bad for the battery. Unless you have a LFP battery. The max for daily usage should always be 70-80 percent which is more than good enough for daily needs. Which typically takes around 15-20mins with a nice preconditioned battery at a v3 supercharger. Also superchargers are meant for road trips not for daily use case scenario. The TRUE ADVANTAGES to a EV is charging at home ! This is where your true savings come at and much cheaper to charge and cheaper than gas. Depending on their electricity company. Some have it as cheap as .10 cents per kw or less . He added 66.28 kw to his battery and at .10 that would have been 6.628 to juice up at home
Also price varies per supercharger station just like gas stations. Where I live it’s 0.30 at my local supercharger so for me it would have been 19.884.
@@RetroEliteGaming Absolutely! Home charging is the ultimate savings jackpot that many people overlook. Couldn't agree more! I also highly recommend @TheCodyHertzberg check out one of my road trip videos for a firsthand look at real-world traveling in a Tesla.
The average daily commute for US drivers is 39 miles. How often does your 500 mile range ever play a role in being "practical"? Nonsense. "The average driver in the U.S. drives 39.7 miles per day, according to the most recent Department of Transportation statistics."
Compared to 9:05 70.642 kwh x 0.39 = $27.55 at supercharging . My household rate is $0.20 kwh = $14.13. If I sign up for time of use rate (9pm-7m Mon-Fri) then it's $0.095 kwh which would be $6.71. Pricing for charging at home vs supercharger is comparing to eating at home vs eating at a restaurant.
Wow Nice Video
Thanks so much!
@@OfficialElectrifyingInsights You create good content but why are you not having enough views and subscribers though I have face thing like this and I'm out of it I can actually bring you out as well
Please do make the video about v12. I'm very curious to see how it performs
Will do 🫡
FSD uses the MCU 3 hardware which should perform the same in 2018 to 2022 models. Intel Atoms vs AMD is for Infotainment system (all aspects of the screen) but not how the car will behave while under FSD.
Pronunciation guide: Sevierville - se-veer'-vill Some things you do not question.
don't forget to blur out your address
Oops, thanks so much 😅
Your tesla is the exact trim wanted (down to the color), but i ended up with a model y 😑
Aw man! I mean hey, a Model Y is pretty great too! I was super lucky to find this car, as the Silver ones are surprisingly quite a rarity.
Sorry to break your 69 subscriber mark.... but Subscriber #70 here. :)
😂 All good! Thanks for subscribing! The more the merrier!
Nice video! Thanks for taking us along. Keep on posting!!
Thanks so much! Just filmed another video actually! I'm hoping to speed up the release of content soon
FSD is awesome. I used it on my trip to Indy on Memorial Day weekend for the race. I would actually be interested at $30. The current price is too much. Glad you're enjoying your vehicle.
Will hw3.0 drain more battery than 2.5?
From what I can tell, there's no noticeable increase in battery drain.
So I am in the market to buy a used Model 3, possibly from Hertz. Great price, low miles. But I have some questions for you. On this trip, how much did it cost to charge at each stop and the total cost of charging for the entire trip. The last half of your video slowed down dramatically, with intermittent sound. Not sure what happened, but I initially thought that it was the Celcius wearing off. lol Great video though. Please keep up the great work my friend.
Apologies for the slowdown with the video! I got quite tired towards the end as the Celcius definitely wore off lol. Next time, I'll be sure to document the cost of each charging session during a road trip. For this specific trip, it's hard to figure out the exact cost per session until I take the trip again, but I can check the total cost in the Tesla app, which was $57. Do you mind me asking what year Model 3 you're looking at?
Do you have a decent commute and a home to install L2 charging? It won't be cost effective if you have to rely on super charging stations.
I've done a lot of analysis of my 2023 Y/LR and it ends up for long trips costing about the same or slightly less using superchargers as my old Honda CRV which gets 30-33mpg on the highway. Superchargers are generally about 35-40 cents per kWh. Where you save money is charging at home, which is 1/4 to 1/3 the price. So for road tripping I leave at 95+ percent battery and try to get home at 8-10% battery.. Last weekend I did a round trip of 330 miles to visit relatives. Added 23kWh in 7 minutes at a V3 supercharger on the way back for $9, and the at-home cost to go back to 95% was about $7 for a total of $16. For my Honda CRV it would have cost 330mi/33mpg=10gallons x $3.50 per gallon = $35. Of course, this depends on your electric provider charges for electricity.
Very nice review on FSD with your Model 3!
Very cool. I’ve driven across the USA from San Francisco to NYC and back 3 times now. 0 issues and it’s been amazing (enhanced autopilot only)
FSD cannot last even 1 hour in NYC or San Francisco or San Jose, without *human* *interventions* .
That's awesome! Even just standard AutoPilot is a game changer on road trips!
@@OfficialElectrifyingInsights Yes, because it is so tiring to steer the car when cruising down the freeway at 70 mph.
@@DerekDavis213 Sounds like someone who hasn’t used AutoPilot or FSD extensively. It’s not for everyone, but the past ~13k miles of road tripping I’ve done with FSD, it’s made my road trips so much less fatiguing!
@@OfficialElectrifyingInsights But you have to watch the buggy FSD computer for *every* *second* on the road, ready to jump in and take over to avoid a *tragedy* . That is not relaxing! If I drive the car myself, that is safer and easier.
Is your model 3 an AWD or RWD Trina.
Trim*
It's a RWD Long Range
Could you please do a charging video with your vehicle I am on the fence about getting an older vehicle because of the charging curve? How long would it usually take to charge up the Tesla to 100% on a supercharger?
Great idea! I'll be sure and do a video about that soon! I've actually never done a 100% charge at a Supercharger because you almost never do that on road trips as it's less efficient to do so. But on a road trip, my stops are usually 10-20 minutes
I worry about getting pulled over for DWI when FSD is weaving between lanes like a drunk person. And sticking to the left lane makes me nervous when an exit is approaching because sometimes FSD cannot make it to the right lane in time to exit.
I'm personally not worried about getting a DUI because even if I did get pulled over, I wouldn't get a DUI because I'm not intoxicated. But I've actually never encountered a situation where it's missed an exit. But if you ever get nervous about it potentially missing an exit, you could manually use the turning signal to make it move over. But it'll only get better over time