Do you drive a Tesla and want to get the most out of your electric car? Then you've come to the right place! In this article, we'll show you how to maximize the range of your Tesla in an effective way. Get ready to unleash the full potential of Model 3, Y and co.
Tesla: optimum speed for maximum range
Tesla cars are known to be most efficient at a speed of 120-130 km/h. However, the recommended speed for optimum range and efficiency is between 100 and 110 km/h. Please note that the actual range depends on various factors.
These include environmental conditions such as weather and temperature, driving behavior, speed, use of air conditioning and heating, terrain, vehicle condition and load, and the settings and adjustments you make.
In the next sections, we will look at these factors in more detail and provide tips on how to maximize your range.
Range of all Tesla models
Each Tesla model has different ranges based on the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard. Here are the current ranges for the various models:
- Model S Plaid: 600 km
- Model S Long Range: 634 km
- Model X Plaid: 543 km
- Model X Long Range: 576 km
- Model 3: 491 km
- Model 3 Long Range: 602 km
- Model 3 Performance: 547 km
- Model Y: 455 km
- Model Y Long Range: 533 km
- Model Y Performance: 514 km
Driving techniques to maximize the range
Now let's look at the driving techniques you can use to optimize the range of your Tesla vehicle and experience even more driving pleasure.
- Slow driving and avoid high acceleration: A smoother driving style helps you to save energy. Use the "casual mode" (controls > pedals & steering > acceleration) and the speed limiter to better control your acceleration and speed.
- Use "one-pedal driving": If you are driving safely and with foresight, you can modulate the accelerator pedal instead of using the brake pedal to gradually slow down the vehicle. This uses regenerative braking energy, which feeds excess energy back into the battery.
- Use air conditioning and heating sparingly: Using seat and steering wheel heaters is more energy-efficient than heating or cooling the entire vehicle cabin. Use the mobile app to precondition the air conditioning while your Tesla is plugged in.
- Maintain the recommended tire pressure: Check the tire pressure regularly and adhere to the manufacturer's specifications. Correct wheel and tire alignment improves the handling characteristics and energy efficiency of your Tesla.
- Reduce drag: Remove roof racks when not needed and drive with the windows closed to reduce drag. Less air resistance leads to an improved range.
- Avoid driving with a lot of weight: Unnecessary ballast increases the energy consumption of your Tesla. Unload your vehicle of unnecessary weight to increase the range.
- Plan your route carefully: Smart route planning, taking into account traffic, topography and charging stations along the way, will help you get the most out of your range. Use the Tesla navigation system, which automatically calculates the best route, taking charging stations and remaining range into account.
- Charge your Tesla intelligently: To preserve the life of your battery and maximize range, charge your Tesla regularly to the ideal battery level. For models with NCA (nickel-cobalt-aluminum) batteries, Tesla recommends charging to about 80-90% and only charging to 100% when needed. Cars with LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries, on the other hand, should be charged to 100%. Plan longer breaks at Supercharger stations to charge while driving.
Conclusion
By applying the tips and tricks listed here, you can maximize the range of your Tesla vehicle and get the most out of your electric mobility. Although the ranges of US cars are already impressive, the right driving techniques and habits can help to increase them even further.
So you can cover more kilometers and protect the environment at the same time. Get ready to enjoy driving your Tesla even more and increase your range.
What do you do to keep your range high? Share it with us in the comments!
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