Tesla Model ≡ Thread

JST · 10-13-2018, 10:24 AM

The whole idea behind the Tesla is that lots of systems that previously were manual can now be reliably automated and just run in the background. Lots of cars have gotten to this point—I don’t think I’ve ever touched the headlight control in my VW, and I rarely do anything but turn the Hvac on and off—but Tesla’s idea is if you don’t use these controls anyway, why have all these dedicated buttons for them?

It mostly works. The screen takes some getting used to, but it’s pretty intuitive and well laid out.

JVs other complaint about servicing is legit. Tesla service has been generally pretty good compared to anything else I’ve used, but DIY service is still not for the faint of heart. That said, it’s not like you can’t do it; there’s a whole community out there working on modding the cars and figuring out how to service them. Honestly it might appeal to JV once he’s done designing and building a race car in his barn.

10-13-2018, 10:24 AM	#11
JST 195 Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 24,611	The whole idea behind the Tesla is that lots of systems that previously were manual can now be reliably automated and just run in the background. Lots of cars have gotten to this point—I don’t think I’ve ever touched the headlight control in my VW, and I rarely do anything but turn the Hvac on and off—but Tesla’s idea is if you don’t use these controls anyway, why have all these dedicated buttons for them? It mostly works. The screen takes some getting used to, but it’s pretty intuitive and well laid out. JVs other complaint about servicing is legit. Tesla service has been generally pretty good compared to anything else I’ve used, but DIY service is still not for the faint of heart. That said, it’s not like you can’t do it; there’s a whole community out there working on modding the cars and figuring out how to service them. Honestly it might appeal to JV once he’s done designing and building a race car in his barn.