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Tesla’s efficiency is improving 3% a year – increasing already impressive lead

Tesla’s latest updates show that it is improving its efficiency by 3% a year, which is increasing its already impressive lead over the rest of the automotive industry. Electric vehicles are always significantly more efficient than gasoline and diesel-powered cars, but the efficiency between electric cars remains important because it determines how much range you… Continue reading Tesla’s efficiency is improving 3% a year – increasing already impressive lead

Nissan Considers Entering The U.S.’ Electric Pickup Truck Segment

If this happens, it could be huge. It seems Nissan is ready to bring an all-electric pickup truck to market on our shores. That makes perfect sense since Nissan is a global leader in electrification and also makes compelling pickup trucks, i.e. the Frontier and Titan. So far, most reasonably successful EVs have been smaller… Continue reading Nissan Considers Entering The U.S.’ Electric Pickup Truck Segment

Tesla Model 3 Performance Sets New 1/2-Mile Record, Crushes Hellcat

Yep, Tesla’s entry-level sedan makes the Dodge Hellcat look slow. We are sharing yet another amazing Tesla Model 3 Performance record with you. While it’s not the first since Tesla’s most recent over-the-air update, YouTubers JR Garage just pulled off another 2.9-second zero-to-60-mph run with the Tesla. Of course, this just works to further substantiate the Drag… Continue reading Tesla Model 3 Performance Sets New 1/2-Mile Record, Crushes Hellcat

Following Ford Mustang Mach-E Debut, Tesla’s Elon Musk Gives Kudos

Now there are two US automakers making waves when it comes to EVs, but only one will be made in the USA. Up until last night’s 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E debut, it has been a waiting game. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has continued to assert that the Silicon Valley automaker’s mission involves accelerating sustainable transportation,… Continue reading Following Ford Mustang Mach-E Debut, Tesla’s Elon Musk Gives Kudos

Tesla Model S P100D vs. Mercedes AMG GT 63 — Lovecars Drag Race Is Fun, Funny, Worth Watching

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Published on November 17th, 2019 |

by Cynthia Shahan

Tesla Model S P100D vs. Mercedes AMG GT 63 — Lovecars Drag Race Is Fun, Funny, Worth Watching

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November 17th, 2019 by Cynthia Shahan

The other day I noticed my torque was at prime force due to the battery being fully charged — on my 2015 BMW i3. Imagine how this higher state of charge (SoC) increases the feeling of Ludicrous Mode as it jets a Tesla Model S P100D forward like a rocket.

In another case of such a Tesla showing off its power and thrilling its driver, below we have a race between a P100D and a Mercedes AMG GT 63 with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine, two similarly priced 4 door cars.

The articulate racing-inspired YouTube channel Lovecars set up the race. According to Lovecars, the new AMG GT 63 from the oldest car manufacturer in the world challenges the current king of the racetrack, the Model S P100D. The unfolding race is about contrast as well as racing. It is about generational changes.

Tiff Needell amuses himself, and us, as he inspects the vitals on the Tesla screen. His friend in the Mercedes says, “Yeah, but can it do this?” The vroom vroom of the V8 engine follows. (Many would consider that a bug rather than a feature.)

1, 2, 3, and the Mercedes driver smiles in amazement as Tiff and Tesla take a certain lead. “It’s an absolute rocket!” The fun of this video is the back and forth. Tiff says, “I left you 100 yards behind in a flash. Were you not trying at all?”

Tiff switches cars and gets behind the wheel of the Mercedes, because as he says, it must be a driver error — how could Tesla be so far ahead. “Jumping from that Tesla to Mercedes is minimalistic to maximalistic,” he notes — “if that’s a word.”

The drivers eventually make 3 runs of races.

Sources: Tesla Inc. / Mercedes AMG via X Auto

Consider the force and performance of the Tesla, an all-electric car that only arrived on the scene in 2012 from the newest car manufacturer on the planet. Yes, the Tesla Model S P100D deserves the crown. How the times have changed.

I got hooked on Lovecars and Tiff Needell after the races and wanted a bit more. I found another one worth watching. Of course, this sticks with the all-electric Tesla. Enjoy.

Tip of the hat to X Auto.
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The Mustang Mach-E is the exciting shape of the electric future

Ford just unveiled its first EV and it’s stunning. Called the Mustang Mach-E it appears to get a lot of things right. From the branding to little surprises, the Mustang Mach-E looks to be a hit. “We knew we had to do something different and something exciting and something only Ford could do,” Kumar Galhotra,… Continue reading The Mustang Mach-E is the exciting shape of the electric future

Ford unveils all-electric car – the Mustang

Ford has unveiled its all-electric Mustang Mach E at a glitzy event in Los Angeles that included an appearance by actor Idris Elba. The top-range version of the car can travel up to 370 miles on a full charge and recharge 57 miles (92km) of range in 10 minutes on a high-power charge. There are… Continue reading Ford unveils all-electric car – the Mustang

Battery Technology Is Advancing More Rapidly Than Forecasts

A number of factors are pushing battery tech to advance as necessary. Investors are pouring money into battery manufacturing capacity and research, and the funding is driving unprecedented advances in EV battery technology. A new report from the Rocky Mountain Institute (via Forbes) finds that improvements in the cost and performance of batteries are quickly outpacing… Continue reading Battery Technology Is Advancing More Rapidly Than Forecasts

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is ‘excited’ for Ford Mustang Mach E, says should encourage other automakers

Much has been said about how Ford is going after Tesla with the launch of the Mustang Mach E, but Tesla CEO Elon Musk seems to be OK with it as he is ‘excited’ for the launch of the electric car and even added that it should encourage other automakers to go electric. Last night,… Continue reading Tesla CEO Elon Musk is ‘excited’ for Ford Mustang Mach E, says should encourage other automakers

Tesla Model 3 V3 Supercharging Times: 2% To 100% State of Charge (Video)

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Published on November 18th, 2019 |

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Tesla Model 3 V3 Supercharging Times: 2% To 100% State of Charge (Video)

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November 18th, 2019 by Cynthia Shahan

VegasModel3 posted a video that answers the most asked EV question I’ve encountered. Although, the answer to this question is particular to the Tesla Model 3. It won’t answer the question for all EVs. That question is typically the beginning question before someone delves further into the world of electric cars.

So, just how fast can a Model 3 charge?

The video captures the whole scope of charging from the lowest ebb of a battery on its last bit of charge until it is fully charged. In particular, it covers a Tesla Model 3 Long Range at a 250 kW max Supercharger. The driver notes that the Model 3 is super energy efficient, so driving fast to use up the battery was deliberate for the timed test.

The charge starts with the battery at 2% SoC (state of charge) and goes to 97% SoC, just about a perfectly full charge. In this case, 2% S0C is 6 miles of driving range.

This Tesla Supercharger V3 station, located at the LINQ hotel in Las Vegas, NV, has a nice setup to keep ICE-ers out. The Supercharger location is blocked until the driver enters the code that is shown on the Tesla vehicle’s center touchscreen. Teslas can charge for free for an hour. After that, a fee begins. Typically, there’s no need for the car to stay longer.

Iqtidar Ali relates that “Tesla’s V3 Superchargers (up to 250 kW) ideally add 1,000 miles (~1,600 km) of range per hour to Model 3 vehicles with the correct software update in place (now widely released).” VegasModel3 relays, “Today I ran a test to see how long it will take to go from 2% state of charge all the way to 100%. I almost made it before my 1-hour parking pass was about to expire. From 2% to 50% this Supercharger is fast!”

Average time spent charging with an on-route warm-up for V2 and V3 Supercharging (Source: Tesla)

VegasModel3 timestamps the flow for viewers:

Raiders Stadium — 1:04
Entrance to Supercharger — 1:46
Supercharger Cabinets — 3:50
Starting to Charge — 5:18
250 kW — 6:45
50% state of charge — 9:19
80% state of charge — 11:15
90% state of charge — 12:56

If you park and leave your EV charging, its charged by the time you’re back from shopping, walking, or eating. If you sit in the EV waiting patiently on your iPhone or iPad, it’s done charging before you know it. The lower the battery charge, the quicker it appears to replenish. That is, until the battery reaches 80%, or especially 90%. That last 10% of range can seem slower to recharge than the entire 50% or 80% before it.

Table of Model 3 Supercharging time, speed and state-of-charge on a V3 Supercharger (Source: X Auto)

It’s better not to go all the way to full 100% charge anyway.

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