Model S Winter Wheels

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Even in temperate climates (such as the UK), many owners choose to fit their cars with winter wheels/tyres during the winter months. In Nordic or Alpine regions this is essential. Why should I use winter tyres? Even in mild British winters, winter tyres provide...

Model S Wheels & Tyres

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There are lots of ways in which the Model S is very different to mainstream (ICE) cars. However, its wheels & tyres are largely of standard design, and tyres in particular can be maintained, repaired and replaced by any reputable tyre fitting company. What is...

Using the Model S as a performance car

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This article is written purely from the perspective of a performance car driver, not someone who is interested in the whys and wherefores of the Model S happening to be powered by an electric motor (or two electric motors in ‘D’ variants). Introduction and...
Model S Easter Eggs

Model S Easter Eggs

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The Model S has several hidden Easter Eggs within its software. Two of these have already been discovered and are public knowledge, and Elon has promised another shortly. Tesla team photo This was the first Easter Egg to be discovered. How to find the Easter Egg:...

Supercharging

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This article summarise what Model S owners can expect when using the Supercharger network. What is a supercharger? Superchargers are proprietary, privately operated, rapid chargers that are built, operated and maintained by Tesla exclusively for the use of their cars....