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Episode 41 - Employee Reviews Oct 16, 2017

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Hundreds of Tesla employees were fired this week after employee reviews. Tesla made it clear that they were fired for performance issues and not as a result of any reduction in force. Indeed there are 2,500 open positions on Tesla’s website.Read more at CNBCAll Model X vehicles are affected by a recall announuced this week. It stems from a possible issue with the seat release cable. No parts needed, just an adjustment.Read more at TechCrunchIf you thought buying a Model 3 and flipping it would be a good idea, you are right. The first used Model 3 went up for sale on Craigslist with 2,000 miles at a price of $150,000!Read more at ElectrekCamper mode is no longer a hack. It is included in a new over the air update coming soon.Read more at ElectrekNorth Carolina has banned test drives and ride alongs at their Charlotte gallery. Ugh.Read more at EV ReviewMeanwhile the Dutch government announced that they are banning all gas and diesel vehicles by 2030.Read more at ElectrekTesla fails miserably in their attempt to make insurance affordable. InsureMyTesla gave me a quote just about THREE TIMES as expensive as Progressive. Try it online nowTip of the WeekSHOP AROUND. No insurance company cares about you. Why be loyal to them? Shop online and get the best rate before your next renewal. I saved hundreds a year by dumping State Farm... after 20 years!

Episode 40 - Tweet Me Gov Oct 09, 2017

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News
Could Puerto Rico's entire electrical grid be rebuilt by Tesla? Well, it's broke now and the Governor and Elon are chatting.
The Tesla team has done this for many smaller islands around the world, but there is no scalability limit, so it can be done for Puerto Rico too. Such a decision would be in the hands of the PR govt, PUC, any commercial stakeholders and, most importantly, the people of PR.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 5, 2017
The Tesla semi-truck launch event has been pushed back a few weeks, citing Puerto Rico and Model 3 delays.Read more at SeekingAlpha
General Motors will stop making gas and diesel vehicles! That's HUGE!Read more at NBC News
200 mile range on a 6 minute charge? Yes, please!Read more at Futurism
Tesla has applied for a patent for a new pano roof. Looks cool. And complicated.See it at Electrek
Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl does his Rolling Stone interview in his P100D. And shows off Ludicrous Mode!Read more at Clean Technica
Tip of the Week
You can leave that plastic Chargepoint card at home! You can now set it up for "tap to charge" if you have an iPhone, Android or Apple Watch. Get the setup instructions here
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Episode 39 - Abe Froman, The Sausage King Oct 02, 2017

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You should dress nicely when you drive your Tesla to a fancy restaurant.
News
Tesla continue to send aid to Puerto Rico with more Powerwalls and employees headed that way. Read more at Fortune
California is planning to join France and China in banning polluting vehicles. No time frame for the plan yet.Read more at Bloomberg
Travel anywhere on earth in under an hour? Yep, in Elon's BFR... Big Fun Rocket!Read more at Engadget
The 100 day countdown clock has started on the world's largest battery in South Australia. Elon has said if it's not done in 100 days it's free!Read more at ArsTechnica
Mercedes answers Elon's challenge!
Good
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 25, 2017
Tip of the Week
Help educate people that they shouldn't PARK in CHARGING spots. Rather than a snarky note, this website sells pads of 50 "informative" notes for people who park in charging spots. They're cheap, look good and aren't too snotty.
EV Charging Rules
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Episode 38 - Family Loves It Sep 25, 2017

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Back home from the Oklahoma road trip. Nice to show off the Tesla to the family and meeting some new friends along the way.
News
Tesla has discontinued the rear wheel drive Model S 75. This widens the price gap between Model 3 and Model S as they eliminate the cheapest MS.Read more at CNBC
TSLA stock was in a free fall this week, making it the second worst performer in the Nasdaq 100. Read more at MarketWatch
The world's largest Supercharger is being built in Shanghai. Maybe 50 stalls!Read more at Teslarati
Tesla is hoping to make the Supercharger the gas station of the future... food, coffee and restrooms.Read more at The Verge
That's not a lot of money for a giant like Daimler/Mercedes. Wish they'd do more. Off by a zero.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 24, 2017
Tip of the Week
I wasn't aware the vanity mirrors in Model X are so odd. You may not even know they are there. Check out this video (you may need to join the Tesla Owners Worldwide Facebook group to watch. Not sure)
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Episode 37 - Come On Boone! Sep 18, 2017

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Live from Stillwater, Oklahoma! Home of the OSU Cowboys and NOT. ONE. CHARGER. Not sure if it's because T. Boone Pickens is a bajillionaire from oil and gas or just because they haven't thought about it. So... THINK ABOUT IT!
A great Drive Electric Week event in Denver. I got to meet the cop who gets to drive the DPD Tesla!
AAA Colorado is now charging EVs on the road. Run out of charge on the road? Call AAA and they'll bring this beast out to rescue you!
News
Tesla has filed a patent for a swappable battery. And this time it is small enough it could fit on a truck. May not need to call AAA after all.Read more at Electrek
Tesla is adding more details to the Supercharger listings in the in-car nav, including charge power. Read more at Electrek
Urban charging comes to Chicago and Boston. This is a great move forward for those who can't have a charger installed at home.Read more at Tesla
Tip of the Week
Yelp!
Yeah, I know. Everyone knows. But sometimes I forget how valuable REAL reviews are for restaurants in cities I don't know. I found a great Mexican restaurant in Hays, KS. Who knew?
Download the app or go to Yelp.com
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Episode 36 - Hurricanes! Sep 11, 2017

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Our thoughts for those affected by Harvey and Irma. Hang in there!
News
Tesla is awesome! Converts Florida 60kW cars to 75kW with an over the air update to add range.Read more at Electrek
It's Drive Electric Week. Find an event near you and learn (or teach) more about EV driving. Find an Event
China is banning fossil fuel cars. No timeline yet but that's huge news!Read more at TechCrunch
Tesla opens a big new gallery in the Detroit suburbs while in the midst of a lawsuit against the state. Read more at Electrek
Uber is moving toward an all-electric fleet in London. Incentives for drivers and by 2019 ALL new UberX cars must be electric. Read more at Electrek
Nissan held a big event this week to launch the 2018 Leaf. A lot of changes, including 40% more range. Read more at Engadget
Tip of the Week
For owners returning to Florida Facebook is a great networking resource. Check on the status of SuperChargers, wait times and more. Check to see if your state has a Facebook group. Some do and they are small but Florida has over 700 members. Safe travels! Florida Tesla Group
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Episode 35 - 1 Gets An Update Sep 05, 2017

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NewsTesla has knocked up to $5,000 off the price of 100D Model S and Model X vehicles. Read more at ElectrekYou can expect your Tesla battery to hold 80% charge after 500,000 miles!Read more at TeslaratiModel 3 WILL have Smart Air Suspension as an option!In about six months or so. Linked to dual motor config.— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 31, 2017
Tesla has harsh words for the union after they file a Labor Board complaint.Read more at ElectrekTip of the Week Want to maximize the life of your battery? Don't charge to 100% every day. It's agreed that the sweet spot is between 50 an 90% but a battery expert says 70% is the perfect daily charge. So, if you don't need the full range of your car every day, save some battery and set it for 70%.
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Episode 34 - A Boring Drive Aug 28, 2017

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NewstTunes is a joke.Tesla does not really have "TTunes". That's a joke.— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 26, 2017
Is 200-300 mile range good enough for a semi?Read more at Ars TechnicaNew "Passive Entry" slider in settings on Model S could be an extra anti-theft feature.Read more at Teslarati Boring approved in LA and YOU COULD DRIVE the machine!Read more at TeslaratiMichigan lawsuit is about to get juicy as judge orders Tesla-haters' communications released. Read more at TeslaratiMeanwhile, thinks are looking up in Virginia.Read more at ElecktrekTip of the WeekThey've dropped the price on the Tesla Wall Connector and both 8.5 and 24 foot versions are now $500. That's 3X the cable for free! Order Wall Connector here
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Episode 33 - OW! MY EYES! Aug 21, 2017

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Happy Solar Eclipse! Plan on line at Superchargers if your traveling to the band of totality. Use eye protection and be prepared for your Facebook timeline to be jammed with amateur phone pics. NewsWhile you were sleeping your 75 got one second quicker!Read more at Gas 2New (better) back seats coming for Model S.See the pics at Electrek Got a feature request? Tweet Elon! Good point. We will add that to all cars in one of the upcoming software releases.— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 19, 2017
We are going to move all info and settings to the "cloud" (aka server) so any Tesla you drive in the world automatically adjusts to you— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 20, 2017
Model 3 will use a different kind of motor than Model S and X. Makes sense.Read all the tech details at EdmundsSome cool electrics at Monterey Car Week. I am IN LOVE with the Mercedes Cabriolet concept car. SO DAMN SEXY!See it at Elecktrek and Read about the Lucid AirTip of the WeekPromising "cool stuff for EV lovers" a new UK website has launched. Their first offering is a cool DRINK ELECTRONS NOT DINOSAUR JUICE T-shirt. Bookmark them, they will probably have some cool stuff for Tesla owners down the road. Spark and Volt
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Episode 32 - Urban Charging Aug 14, 2017

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Urban Chargers are coming!Read more at TeslaratiWill that $7,500 tax credit still be available when your Model 3 arrives? No one knows for sure. Read more at ElectrekHardware 2.5? We don't even have 2.0 fully functional yet!Read more at ElectrekSome exciting news about the semi truck. Autonomous and MAYBE makes its own convoy! Read more at ReutersJesus Michigan. Let it go. Ford is so 20th century. Let's not protect those guys by impeding progress!Read more at Green Car Reports Tip of the WeekFavorites Radio is pretty stinking cool. Every time you make a channel on Slacker and thumbs up a song it helps your Favorites get smarter. If you have a wide range of musical tastes you'll love it. It mixes up your classic rock favorites with your pop favorites with your country favorites for a MY favorites station. To access it, select STREAMING and it is the first channel in your favorites. Enjoy!
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