In a round table discussion on Edmunds.com the guys discussed how much range you really need for an EV. I have some thoughts on this as well :) Join our community of Tesla fans at htts://teslanomics.co/join

// How Much Range Do You Need?
* Edmunds posted a roundtable discussion bout how much range you reasonably need in an EV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eb8IEvkvVA
* Good discussion, some points I think they missed
* They seemed to all agree that EVs aren’t for road trips, but at 150+ miles are good enough for commuting
* I disagree :)

* Compare cost per mile - https://public.tableau.com/views/EVCostperMileComparison/compare?:embed=y&:display_count=yes&publish=yes

* What about Charging? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34-omFdDzzg
* Home charging
* Not available to all
* Wall outlet slow (~3mi/hr)
* Expensive to install charger but very convenient if possible
* Cheapest rate, avg in the US is $0.12 per kWh
* Public Networks
* Vary on availability and price
* Generally more expensive than home charging
* Superchargers
* Only Tesla
* Limited availability depending on area
* Generally cost less than other options but more than household chargers


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* Fuel Savings Calculator here - https://teslanomics.co/tesla-model-3-fuel-savings-calculator/
* Tesla Supercharger Cost Calculator - https://teslanomics.co/tesla-supercharger-rate-calculator/

* Your Commute Matters
* Under 30mi round trip a wall charger works
* Above 30mi will need a Level 2 charger option



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By early November 2017, Musk postponed the target date for manufacturing 5,000 of the vehicles per week from December 2017 to March 2018.[116][38][116] An analyst with Cowan and Company, an investment banking firm, said "Elon Musk needs to stop over-promising and under-delivering".[117] Prior to a planned shutdown in mid-April to further increase production, Tesla produced more than 2,000 Model 3 vehicles for three straight weeks.[43]

Issues
In May 2018, Consumer Reports Model 3 testing found "big flaws — such as long stopping distances in our emergency braking test and difficult-to-use controls”, finding the braking distance worse than a Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck, and causing it to not recommend the car. Tesla responded to the claims with concern and, a few days later (over a weekend), released an over-the-air (OTA) update fixing the anti-lock braking algorithm. Consumer Reports, impressed with the prompt - and unprecedented - brake fix OTA update, verified the improved braking performance and changed its rating to a recommended model.[118][119]

Consumer Reports' remaining concerns about wind noise and an uncomfortable rear seat were also quickly remedied in production, according to Elon Musk. Some of the consumer group's other concerns about the clumsy touch screen user interface might also be addressed via OTA updates.

// Tesla Model 3 Specifications

Model 3 is a smaller, simpler and a more affordable electric car. Designed and built as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, it is a critical step in Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Like every Tesla vehicle, Model 3 combines range, performance, safety and technology. Intelligent design maximizes interior space to comfortably fit five adults and all of their gear. The high-efficiency powertrain provides zero to 60 mph acceleration in as little as 3.5 seconds.

Model 3 is designed to achieve the highest safety ratings in every category. Combined with 220* to 310 miles of range and a starting price of $35,000 before incentives, Model 3 is Tesla’s most affordable vehicle yet.

Model 3 is currently in production, and deliveries to employee reservation holders began on July 28, 2017 at the Tesla Factory in Fremont, CA. Reservations for Model 3 first opened on March 31, 2016 and remain available today.

* EPA estimated range

STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Price - $35,000

Standard Battery
Range: 220 miles (EPA estimated)
Supercharging rate: 130 miles of range per 30 minutes
Home charging rate: 30 miles of range per hour (240V outlet, 32A)
Deliveries begin: Late 2018