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TESLA - FIRST TIME BUYERS - PLEASE READ

You may take delivery of your Tesla but then have an immediate need to head out through traffic to the ferries or up the highways.  This could happen during Winter or low visibility conditions.  Your safety is paramount.  Teslas have quite a learning curve and the folks at the depot try to provide one-on-one instruction, but with the rise in popularity, time is precious at the delivery center.  In any case, it can be a lot to absorb at once.  I recommend before you leave the lot, take time to locate and understand how to:
  • run the window wipers (left stick or voice or display)
  • run the headlights (especially auto)
  • adjust your outside and inside rear view mirrors
  • know where the 4-way emergency flashers are (in between the sun visors)
  • run the climate control system - ensuring during low visibility conditions, you have your front window clear.  And heated seats and steering wheel (if you have one) for comfort and safety.  If you have interior steamed up windows, have the air conditioning setting on.

Consider sitting in the car for a few minutes and practicing each of the above a several times (before heading out).  Also adjust your seat position for comfort and visibility.

J1772 Charging Adaptor:
If you use the charger adaptor to use a J-1772 non-Tesla charger, it automatically locks the adaptor to the car.  You need to unlock it before heading out (using your phone Ap or the big screen).  Also, clean the adaptor periodically to ensure proper functioning.  
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Helpful Tesla Tools:

DYI information: 
https://www.tesla.com/support/do-it-yourself-model-3

A very cool daily use charging calculator: http://www.model3guru.com/optimal-charging?fbclid=IwAR3WBw76v7Fx_07CU_DlYotUQ2Kl1UWBnj8wWI5dsPcGfw6A6GUN0hJ_guA

A practical driving style and distance Calculator (Model 3): http://www.model3guru.com/charge-estimates

Supercharger Information: https://teslatap.com/articles/supercharger-superguide/

Tesla Charging Considerations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrwmNKtnh84

Trip Planning: https://abetterrouteplanner.com
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We have literally tons of Teslas on Salt Spring Island and the owners are all friendly and approachable.  At the REVolutionSS event in June, 2018, we took over the Twig and Buoy restaurant in Fernwood for 2 sittings of 100% Tesla owners.  We had a customized Tesla menu and a totally fun time was had by all.

For Investors like myself, Lets compare TSLA with some other automotive stocks: https://stockcharts.com/freecharts/perf.php?$DJUSAU,TM,HMC,DDAIF,F,GM,TSLA,POAHF (slide the bar at the bottom to show 10 year performance)

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  • Home
    • Overview
    • Why EV >
      • Some Financial Considerations
      • Environmental Considerations
      • Questions & Answer
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    • 2021 Vehicles
    • Buying USED
    • Buying NEW
    • TESLA >
      • Tesla Sales and Servicing
    • EV Maintenance Tips
    • EV Winter Tips
    • Did You Know ?
    • Registering Your EV
    • Maximizing Range
    • EV's and Emergency Power
  • EV Charging
    • Free Charging Stations
    • Charging Station Donation Boxes
    • Level 2 Charging at Home
    • Salt Spring Electricians
    • Traction Battery Tips
    • Zap BC
  • Media
    • Driftwood Articles >
      • June 26, 2019, Climate Change and Electric Vehicles
      • July 24, 2019, The Air we Breathe
      • August 21, 2019. Going the Distance.
      • September 25, 2019. Show me the Money
      • October 23, 2019. EVs in Cooler Times
      • November 26, 2019 - Charging Ahead
      • January 22, 2020, Plug-in Hybrids
      • February 26, 2020 - Whats Up for 2020
      • Feb 26, 2020 Driftwood Article Links
      • March 25, 2020 - The Dangerous Journey from Walking to Self-Driving Cars
      • April 22, 2020. Moving the Goods
      • May 27, 2020. Our Possible Electric Future
      • Victoria EV Assn SSI Day
      • SSI EV Ownership - 2022 Report
    • Priorities
    • Links
    • AGM
    • Driftwood Letters >
      • July 10, 2019 - Response to Gary Gagne
    • Watershed Sentinel (April, May, 2019)
    • How It Happened
    • 2018 EV Statistics Report
    • TSS AGM
    • SWOT
    • Achievements - 2018
    • Achievements - 2019
    • Achievements - 2020
    • Achievements - 2021
    • Achievements - 2022
    • Achievements - 2023
    • 2021 - GHG Fleet Calculation
    • Educational Videos
    • Myths
    • Efficiency Run
    • 2022 - Update EV Count
  • Business Use
  • Contact
  • FSD - Road Lines