First BYD Seal Service at 3 months in Sydney Australia Premium Variant

Australia Premium BYD Seal Ownership Update including first scheduled service at 3 months 5000km experience at mycar Tyre and Auto Chatswood by BYD Tom aka Tesla Tom of Ludicrous Feed in Sydney Australia March 2024
First BYD Seal Service at 3 months in Sydney Australia Premium Variant
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00:00 Introduction
00:22 5000km Service due
01:51 Issues to report
03:39 Will there be amenities?
04:30 About mycar Chatswood
05:57 Workshop tour
07:01 Diagnostic system walkthrough via OBD
09:50 How to book a service
11:53 Under the Seal
12:28 Itemised service invoice
14:03 Logbook
14:33 Summary
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Ludicrous Feed is a Sydney-based KZbin channel that started in 2018 after Tom purchased his Tesla Model S. He wanted to show the reality of Australian daily life with his family and an electric vehicle. Tom provides straightforward candid insights into key issues around EV adoption such as vehicle range, charging infrastructure and road trip planning. The weekly live stream is an opportunity for industry guests to directly engage with audience members from the EV community. Tom also has a Tesla Powerwall 2 coupled with rooftop solar and has reviewed many other electric vehicles for the channel including brands such as Tesla, BYD, Polestar, Volvo, MG, Hyundai, Genesis, Kia and Cupra.
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[@LudicrousFeed]

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[@twisted_panties]

Very cool that they let you film the "service"

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yes thank you to mycar Chatswood

[@CheapCheerful]

100% Gave me more confidence in them.

[@isaak4416]

Thank you for another informative video and giving us a bit of a heads up on what to expect for our first service. Picked up my Seal Premium on Wednesday and I have a silly smile constantly on my face, since! I've been getting nothing but praise from colleagues and friends (and a few hints of envy). I am astonished by the way it drives and behaves (the update was already done on the car). Coming from a fat SUV and as a first time EV owner, that instant torque is both exciting and scary. Makes you wonder how much faster the Performance could be! Personally, I get much more than I need from the Premium in SPORT mode. On the down side, the audio system feels a bit weak but I have to try all possible audio sources in order to make an informed decision. My experience as a first time EV owner has started in the best possible way and i hope it remains this way for the future.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Congrats on the new Seal! 🥳 I agree Sport mode in the Premium is also sufficient for most of my daily needs 😉 I also feel the audio system could be better despite the Dynaudio label (Danish premium brand). However after playing with the balance, it sounds a bit better 🎼🎧

[@mattyc225]

Hey Tom, thank you so much for sharing your experience with BYD and your Seal purchase. Your honest pros and cons approach has swayed me to order a Seal Performance myself, and as an unexpected bonus, being on the Northern Beaches I've learnt of great locations for charging and servicing too! Apprecaite your efforts 😃

[@LudicrousFeed]

Pleasure!

[@CThienV]

More thorough than boeing

[@LudicrousFeed]

Lol

[@Paradoxical124]

Not funny nor creative.

[@cstkl1]

🤣. funny

[@vilester]

😂

[@avil8686]

😊

[@Peter-vn8ue]

Mycar's parent company is Continental tyres. You can also get your BYD vehicle serviced at an Eagers location listed on the BYD website. I take my Atto 3 to Mycar in SA. It's 10 minutes away, and my Seal performance when I take delivery in 2 to 3 weeks' time will go there too for servicing.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yes I think there are at least 16 “OEM” BYD servicing locations nationwide outside of the mycar network

[@LudicrousFeed]

Ah thanks, I’ll update my reply 😃

[@IceSmacker123]

Thanks a lot! I might purchase next year! I'll be sure to follow you!

[@LudicrousFeed]

🙏🤩

[@CodeCoquer]

Picking up mine tomorrow, getting very excited

[@LudicrousFeed]

Nice!

[@fatdoi003]

congrats... which model @ colour?

[@CodeCoquer]

@@fatdoi003 white with blue exterior. Only existing stock, otherwise 10weeks waiting.

[@CodeCoquer]

@@fatdoi003 it is seal premium. Such a georgous car

[@fatdoi003]

@@CodeCoquer similar to Tom one apart from interior.... Enjoy!

[@lyndylou752]

I live on the NSW VIC border, problem for those of us with BYD cars is the servicing, right now you have two choices both are 300k’s away, BYD if they want to continue to increase sales in regional areas they need to ensure that more service centres are opened within easier access preferably within 100k range.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hmmm hopefully mycar allow more of their locations to become BYD approved service centres as they train more of their techs to become EV compliant

[@robertimrie3710]

IIRC BYD have big plans to expand their network in OZ.

[@jasoncarmichael4540]

Very informative, I enjoyed that , thanks

[@LudicrousFeed]

Pleasure

[@addsfour3499]

I wish my Genesis was this easy to book in. Good system, very clear

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hopefully other OEMs will use mycar for servicing also

[@addsfour3499]

Of course the workshop is clean. No engine oil etc. no car fumes, no engine noise.

[@vasil7410]

mycar service combustion engine vehicles too.

[@addsfour3499]

@@vasil7410 well in that case, its even more impressive

[@LudicrousFeed]

Mycar take all comers … ICE EVs etc

[@addsfour3499]

@@LudicrousFeed never even heard of them, but clever of byd to get all the infrastructure available to their customers.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Mycar is the old “Kmart tyre and auto” rebranded … after it was sold by Wesfarmers and acquired by the Continental group

[@Gazza-rv8ud]

I am constantly surprised at the amount of EV hate there is in the online community. So much vitriol and misinformation coming from predominately men who have never owned an EV. I think it's a mixture of fear of change, fear of missing out and just plain ignorance. I have stopped trying to talk sense to any of them. To a foolish post I now simply reply 'EV's are great". This sends them into a tailspin

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s easy to throw shade online where you can hide behind an alias. I find IRL most people I speak to who are initially misinformed will soften their tone eventually with a measured but robust discussion

[@Gazza-rv8ud]

Online very few will listen to reasoned argument. Time changes all.@@LudicrousFeed

[@Cam-uo8ey]

Great content Tom. Awesome to see what happens 👍👍👍

[@LudicrousFeed]

Pleasure

[@seanf3255]

Hi mate great review as always, I have just done my 3 month service as well, here in Thailand there was an update for the OS, you should hopefully get the new update soon out there in Aus.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Nice! I got the 2401 recently … is there another update? BYD Seal OTA Software Update 2401 V1.1 Australia Walkthrough and Drive kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLanneMeJyUq68

[@seanf3255]

@@LudicrousFeed Not available here in Thailand

[@singhtejpartap]

Hey Mate, nice video and thanks for sharing your first service experience, Just curious to know did they offer any other perks while you were waiting for the car to be serviced i.e. Coffee, Sitting, TV Lounge, pick up/drop off etc. Thanks.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Only what you saw in the video … a couch and free wifi. No coffee etc

[@pkerry12]

with Tesla its different though your not expected to go to service unless there is something wrong or you want a tyre rotation or check up. Log book services don't exist with Tesla which is a first for me, but i am surpriced that BYD has a log book service.

[@LudicrousFeed]

AFAIK Tesla is unique in that regard. Most if not all other EVs require regular servicing for warranty but happy to be corrected on this

[@jassam707]

Log book is like taking a step back into the past. Clearly when Tesla has shown us the way forward into the future.

[@craigk1328]

My BYD here in New Zealand doesn't have a physical logbook. It's all on the car history digitally

[@SirGregoryFamilyYouTube]

Some things need to be eyeballed, such as the CV joint rubber boots, uneven tyre wear and wheel alignmemt.

[@henvan8737]

I was under the impression that BYD does all these updates over the air. I agree that BYD using Android for car control and updates is somewhat open to hacking. So this was not a service but a check everything.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yeah I don’t mind this hybrid system for security reasons. It’s like going to the doctor for preventative health reasons … a regular checkup for the car is not a bad thing

[@chrishowe2935]

I like the idea of somebody eyeballing the car inside the first year to make all is as it should be. No manufacturer makes perfect vehicles, and defective parts will usually fail early.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yeah I kinda agree, to me it’s a bit like a preventative health checkup at the Dr’s …

[@pkerry12]

my 2023 model 3 is just over 1 year old now and all I have had was one server that cost me 100 bucks that was a wheel balanace and rotation. never paid so little in my life for car services in a year

[@LudicrousFeed]

Certainly an advantage of owning a Tesla given regular servicing is not required for warranty. I guess that’s part of the reason why the Seal is cheaper than the Model 3 to take that into account

[@GodeGamleJacob]

That's the same thing in Denmark as far as I know, but I do have some concerns about having a lot of cars driving around without having their brakes checked, their undercarriage looked over etc. Is there some way for the owner to know if everything is ok, or is it more up to chance? 👍 Just wanted to ask, since I am looking to get answers from different places in the world, as the way the cars are being driven and used are very different from country to country. 👍

[@pkerry12]

@GodeGamleJacob hi the tesla car manual u get with your car gives u a guide on when to get things checked

[@GodeGamleJacob]

@@pkerry12 Thanks. 😃 That's pretty smart actually. 👍

[@ozmarius]

Thanks for sharing the video. I find it interesting that BYD is not yet connected like Tesla. Everything is over the air

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hence the question to Janz whether issues can be diagnosed remotely in future 😅

[@user-lv3iw8vd1d]

Hi mate, thanks for all the Seal videos. I'm seriously contemplating ordering one, now that it is no longer a Whippy Van after the software update. My question to you is, what wall box you use at home to charge the vehicle. You promised an update on a wall box manufacturer a while ago, but it never happened, or did I miss it?

[@LudicrousFeed]

I fulfilled my promise in this video 😁: Home EV Charging Setup Update | Tesla BYD Wallbox Pulsar Max Feb 2024 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppbYhIFmqJydnck

[@paulsimpson8990]

As a long time Tesla owner it must be like going back in time Tom 😊 I was having flashbacks the minute you drove in….ill have to wait for OTA and nil servicing. I couldn’t go back

[@LudicrousFeed]

😁Yes it was a nostalgic experience … however I don’t recall any of the OEM workshops being as clean and tidy as this one 👍

[@davk846]

They probably got it cleanup for this video 😊

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@davk846 Still, A for effort nonetheless!

[@SirGregoryFamilyYouTube]

Some things need to be eyeballed, such as the CV joint rubber boots, uneven tyre wear and wheel alignmemt.

[@MrLoichin]

hi my Malaysian made brother...... this is good stuff thanks for the video - ive watched how u transitioned from the M3 to BYD and am thinking of doing the same. How long does the BYD take to deliver from point of order?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Apa kabar! I laid out the timeline in my original delivery video: Premium Trim BYD Seal Delivery Day Experience Sydney Australia 2023 kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6amkGidr89rqc0 TLDR: ordered in Oct 2023 when the Seal was first announced in Australia before accepting delivery on 29 Dec 2023

[@user-ie9zz9bi2u]

Seems to me there is so much inconvenience and costs involve. I am sticking to old second hand ICE as its more easy to self service where you can.

[@LudicrousFeed]

You have to buy a vehicle that suits your needs and life stage 👍

[@vasil7410]

It's interesting you didn't need any updates. I understand you did an OTA update recently so that must have updated all of the modules, even though the technician didn't think it was fully OTA yet.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yes I think the 2401 OTA update I recently had took care of most of the required updates

[@qilu2004]

OTA updates are rolled out in batches so it is possible that your car doesn’t have the most recent version. In the shop they can update your car so you don’t have to wait for your turn.

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@qilu2004 2401 is the latest update (Mar 2024) and is the version that I had before attending the service - hence why Janz said I had the latest version. You are correct in saying that you can sometimes ask for a manual update at the service centre prior to OTA release. Some of the early Seal owners experienced this when they got their service prior to the greater release of 2401 via OTA Here’s what happened when I received 2401 via OTA: BYD Seal OTA Software Update 2401 V1.1 Australia Walkthrough and Drive kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLanneMeJyUq68

[@vasil7410]

​@@qilu2004Yes, this is correct. But the point I was making is that the technician said OTA updates can't yet update all of the modules, but this doesn't seem to be true.

[@aimanjajo9951]

Wheel alignment check was free, that's interesting, the dedicated service centre wanted $88 for that. Unrelated question, what's the setting to get the car to turn on camera when turning right?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hmm … not sure if I ever switched it on, just comes on by itself 🤔 will have to review the settings

[@aimanjajo9951]

@@LudicrousFeed ok is under panorama under steering wheel lock in adas (I think I turned it off)

[@craigk1328]

I turned mine of as it stays on a little to long for me as I want to see the map

[@thomassesselmann2093]

Can anyone please explain why BYD needs a service at 3 months? I don’t think I’ve ever seen a car that needs a service so early?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hmm every other ICE car I’ve ever owned pre-Tesla has always offered a free baby check at 1 month to make sure everything was ok and we as the customers were happy

[@whitemerlin5737]

Isn't it common? When you buy a new car, whatever the brand, you always get some free check up and small services for some time or some certain KM

[@craigk1328]

In New Zealand it's called a safety check not a service

[@dmhboag5882]

20 years ago my Honda had a complimentary 3000km service and the found a serious problem, maybe not so silly?

[@johnknight9150]

Looks really good in white, doesn't it? Interesting to hear about the fluid check in the powertrain.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’m glad I chose Aurora white 😎

[@honestjohn6222]

Great review Tom , do you think the seal is as well made as the Tesla 3 and will be a long term keeper , cheers

[@LudicrousFeed]

I welcome viewers to make their own judgment from all my previous vlogs … but I’ve been happy with the build, fit and finish thus far

[@hamzasouna953]

How come the australian version seem to show 700km on the range but the european ones max 520/570 with the same battery? Surely the temperature difference cant be that much? Thanks!

[@LudicrousFeed]

I normally ignore the projected range in EVs … the most important figure is the efficiency in either kWh/100km or Wh/km. Of course it also depends on which variant you have

[@martinareid1154]

My BYD Seal is looking for a service even though it states a service is not due for over 270 days. Today is Saturday so all garages are closed. States I should bring to the garage immediately. Not sure what to do as my job involves travelling each day.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Is there an error message or reason given as to why a service is required? What happens when you turn the car off and on again?

[@martinareid1154]

@@LudicrousFeed no error or reason given. When I turn the car and on again the same message appears.

[@MrGbenardos]

Do you worry that they will take away the side loading feature during a service?

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’m not side loading anything so I’m personally not worried …

[@delenh7809]

I saw your battery a little scratch? Is it bcos the ground clearance too low? 12 cm only

[@LudicrousFeed]

The 12cm clearance only relates to the plastic aero dampers located in front of the front wheels. The clearance of the battery is closer to 15cm otherwise as shown in my earlier video: Australia Premium BYD Seal Ownership Update One Week Later | Regrets? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYqrk6GZpatoh8U

[@dmhboag5882]

At 4:30 you made a turn and the camera was on, how? Can’t replicate it!

[@LudicrousFeed]

Turn the camera on > Settings > Steering Linkage On

[@azlansharom7011]

I was spoilt by the benchmark of Teslas requiring ‘no servicing’ until I came to accept I had to treat my ATTO3 as an ICE only with an electric motor. Just completed my 40k km ‘major service’.

[@LudicrousFeed]

How did it go?

[@azlansharom7011]

@@LudicrousFeed I must say the car felt good/better after the service. Likely due to tightening of bolts etc in the suspension. My frustration is we don’t know the exact work done. Brake fluid was flushed and changed. And we’re always told there’s been a software update (not the OTA type). I watched enviously at the detailed breakdown list of services you received. 😄

[@LudicrousFeed]

Surely we’re all entitled to a detailed invoice at each service

[@jassam707]

How much did it cost ?

[@azlansharom7011]

@@jassam707 equivalent of USD150

[@UgglemannenFTW]

Why do you have 3 month service in Australia? In Sweden we only service each 20000 km.

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a complimentary baby check just to make sure your car is ok and that you are happy as the customer

[@UgglemannenFTW]

@@LudicrousFeed oh thats nice.

[@terrygodfrey3476]

New to EV. So many choices in the market. Which one is the most value for money small ev?

[@LudicrousFeed]

You are right, there are so many choices! If you’re after a small EV that’s value for money, make sure you look through my videos in particular focusing on MG4, BYD Dolphin and GWM Ora BYD Dolphin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZvYk4OPedCga5I MG4: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHLNeIx-d9eri8U GWM Ora: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJfFnX54rq9ld68

[@pkerry12]

its insteresting that BYD doesnt' have its own service department they get a third party to do it.

[@LudicrousFeed]

If you browse through the service locations, there are at least 16x “OEM” BYD service centres nationwide alongside the mycar network

[@ulfw]

You have to bring it into service after only 3 months?!

[@LudicrousFeed]

As I’ve mentioned several times already in the comments, this is a complimentary checkup provided by BYD to ensure the car is running smoothly and the customer is happy. It’s not uncommon for many car brands in Australia to offer this level of customer care 👍

[@upyoursmindyourownbusiness3411]

Byd servicing schedule is still dodgy when you consider there would be no more than a couple of hundred moving parts way are we still having service schedules like a normal petrol car? Add to that no timing belt spark plugs and a plethora of other parts not on an electric car way is the service price comparable to a petrol vehicle. Me thinks BYD have their hand in our pockets.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’ve lost touch with ICE servicing costs … however as I mentioned at 9:50 the price of my next service at 12m/20000km will be fixed at $189. Anyone know how much a 12m service would be for an equivalent ICE car?

[@kimchun5467]

I had fixed price servicing on a Toyota Corolla for $185 per 12/15000 km. It lasted for 4 years. Just sold the car. not sure if it's still at that price

[@timthompson3212]

Hi Tom Are you still getting that Stealth Grey Model 3 highland ?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Already cancelled

[@timthompson3212]

@LudicrousFeed no wonder hadn't seen your new toy in the video

[@fatdoi003]

@@timthompson3212 now he's known as BYD Tom

[@timthompson3212]

Hi Tom, I got a M3H for less than a week and already wanting to sell it ! Without stalks and required for looking down every time on the steering wheel. It's not a safe practice for driving.

[@ezumach]

Greetings from Las Vegas. I own a Tesla model Y performance 2024. I like the look of this BYD, but I don’t like the idea of having to go in for a service. They should just push the updates over the air like Tesla. I just don’t see the draw to this car, when you can get a used model three a couple of years old for under $20,000. It looks nice, but it’s clearly inferior to a Tesla.

[@ezumach]

@@jameschalkwig787 changing a Tesla battery is extremely rare. Tesla estimates 300,000 to 500,000 miles from their current battery. We have lots of Teslas on the road here in the United States older than 10 years. I’ve looked at the prices of these BYD’s, they are not really much cheaper. A hard sell for me when we have Tesla as an alternative. But obviously, Tesla is not for everyone. also, Tesla’s require almost 0 maintenance, so it doesn’t get cheaper than zero.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’m glad we now have more choice certainly in Australia anyway to suit different needs. Both cars have their pros and cons which I went through in my comparison video: 2024 Tesla Model 3 RWD Highland Update vs BYD Seal Premium Australia kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3LEfIl3iLlmrZY

[@craigk1328]

The service here in New Zealand pays for the 6yr bumper to bumper warranty 8yr battery warranty.

[@AKA001]

9:13 real thoughts… “of course not you fool! This is my job we’re talking about” Come on. This lip service is all part of the charade that you’ll need to bring in your car unnecessarily the coming years to retain your warranty.

[@LudicrousFeed]

The question has to be asked 😁

[@Ian-le3bu]

Hi was interested in your service experience but I found it annoying to see the steering wheel whilst you were driving. Apart from this litte grip all good.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Thanks and appreciate the honest feedback

[@oghawk]

Will you be doing a trip up to Orange to test out the new Tesla superchargers?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Probably not in the Seal … my spies tell me that it’s sadly still not compatible with V3/4 superchargers 😭 (Mar 2024)

[@oghawk]

Fair enough maybe in the MY one day 👍

[@markbradley1166]

Tesla required no service in 4 years of ownership. Service super inconvenient.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Certainly one benefit of Tesla ownership

[@mashoook]

Must be weird seeing that logbook again.

[@LudicrousFeed]

The flip side is that it’s a nice physical token to pass onto new owners should I ever sell this car privately 😁

[@tigertoo01]

Why on earth should you need a 3 month service? Vw id ev service is every 2 years unlimited kms.

[@LudicrousFeed]

As per my earlier replies … it’s not unusual for Aus car brands to offer an early complimentary “baby check” to ensure the car is running smoothly and to make sure the customer is happy. From here on, it’s every 12 months

[@tigertoo01]

@@LudicrousFeed wow keep you coming into the dealership. I’m Aussie but live overseas. I’d be surprised if Tesla does anything like this. It’s just another feather in the cap for Tesla. Byd will not win with unnecessary scheduled visits to the dealer. If they are necessary then you have to wonder about what you’re buying.

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@tigertoo01 True, the good thing about Tesla is the ease with which you can book a service appointment via the app if needed 👍

[@craigk1328]

It's a safety check. I was pretty happy that they want to make sure the car is nice and safe for free.

[@tigertoo01]

@@craigk1328 that makes no sense. After 3 months they are thinking there might be an issue with safety. Why don’t you get your car check every 3 months if they are that concerned something could go wrong in the first 3 months.

[@sbasuroy]

I wouldn’t be calling Mycar the reference point in feeling good that someone is checking the vehicle every 3 months…..most ppl there are used to changing tires and fixing battery issues on old Pulsars…

[@LudicrousFeed]

For everyone else, let me clarify. The service schedule is: first baby check at 3 months then followed by an annual scheduled service every 12 months, NOT every 3 months. Furthermore only select mycar branches are BYD approved locations as that is where they have trained EV technicians

[@MrSeamusMurray]

OMG the service requirements are extremely frequent on your BYD in comparison to Tesla with my 2019 TM3. The first service was due at 200,000 kilometres or two years whichever came first. Second service was due at 400,000 kilometers or four years. With my wife's 2016 ioniq electric service requirements are every 15,000 kilometres or every year. This KZbin video seems to confirm my suspicions that the legacy car manufacturers in my opinion are rip off artists with their service intervals. Regards Séamus from Dublin Ireland.

[@LudicrousFeed]

$189 fixed cost for the 12 month service is not too onerous. It ends up being ~$300pa if you average out the annual cost over 8 years of ownership

[@MrSeamusMurray]

@@LudicrousFeed Tom thank you for your answer. Unfortunately your answer was like that of a part time politician!! It was the Required frequency of the services of the legacy manufacturers over that of a manufacturer that only makes electric vehicles such as Tesla that I was referring to. For the first service on your BYD was mandated after 5500 kilometres. For the first service on the 2019 Tesla TM3 was 100,000 kilometers. It's like as if you missed the point I was making altogether, or you ignored my point.

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@MrSeamusMurray 😁First time I’ve ever been called a politician lol your initial comment said 200000km for first service … then your reply said 100000km? I didn’t realise there was even a service schedule for Tesla? I certainly haven’t brought my previous Teslas for service … barring my Model S when I first bought it second hand Also just to clarify for everyone else, this 3 month check is comp as it is not unusual for Aus car brands to offer an early free service to ensure the car is running smoothly and also to make sure the customer is happy. That’s certainly been my experience from my previous ICE cars prior to EV/Tesla ownership. From here on, the BYD service schedule is every 12 months: full details available on their website - bydautomotive.com.au/service-and-warranty

[@craigk1328]

The 5k service is a safety check. How much warranty do you get with the tesla?

[@MrSeamusMurray]

@@craigk1328 four years, bumper-to-bumper and eight years drive train and traction battery. 👍

[@robertimrie3710]

Hey Tom. Interesting video but they need to get over the air sorted. So last century. My northern cousin of your ex 2019 M3 P- is going well. As much as like following the new stuff I can see no reason to change. Lots of EVs and BYDs in the neighbourhood now. 👍

[@LudicrousFeed]

Glad to hear! BYD does offer free OTA updates as I demonstrated in my recent video: BYD Seal OTA Software Update 2401 V1.1 Australia Walkthrough and Drive kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLanneMeJyUq68

[@user-cj3ps5um1z]

Can we charge at V3 superchargers now?

[@LudicrousFeed]

For now no, but I will keep asking the question of BYD

[@user-cj3ps5um1z]

Please do, the lack of discourse is concerning

[@simterrance]

Tried one yesterday without luck. Seal does not recognise it Is to be charged.

[@victoriasun6386]

Nice video do you still have the Tesla

[@LudicrousFeed]

We still have a Tesla Model Y as our family car

[@victoriasun6386]

@@LudicrousFeed oh cool does joy drive it

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@victoriasun6386 Yes it’s her daily ride

[@honestjohn6222]

Tom, do you think the quality of the car is as good as your Tesla , cheers

[@LudicrousFeed]

Exterior Build and paint quality is as good Interior - Seal is better Software - Tesla is better

[@marvinfok65]

Cost of maintenance is very important for car owners as it adds up to the overall cost of the car.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Indeed

[@beforetheinternet]

Why on earth does any BEV need a “service” after 3 months? That’s ridiculous. I first took my Tesla in for a general inspection (not a scheduled “service”) at 2 years, and then again at 4 years. And we don’t even bother with the Nissan LEAF “scheduled servicing” any more - we just get the annual rego inspection done, and that’s it.

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s more a check up rather than a service … just to ensure the car is all good and the customer is happy

[@kenkan1963]

BYD has much more mechanical buttons and parts than Tesla which might potentially has a high chance for servicing.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Maybe but I’d suggest that most of the servicing that occurs for an EV would be just checks and diagnostics but we’ll see, maybe there is more to discover at my 12 month scheduled service. Stay tuned

[@leo1300177]

Why need to service?

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a complimentary baby check to ensure the car is running smoothly and to make sure the customer is happy

[@kenkan1963]

BYD started to invest in autonomous driving seriously after Huawei intelligent driving system demonstrated its capabilities half a year ago and BYD is weak in China's standard whereas as the Tesla lies in the third tier. The best class of cars that dictates the ev world is equipped with Huawei intelligent driving system that use lidar as the standard apparatus that redefines the capability of autonomous driving. Avatr 12, IM ls7 and Aito M7 are the best examples that delivers these capability. Sadly, they are not yet available to any countries except China.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’d be keen to experience some of this new tech one day

[@w6341]

2022 Model Y, 2yr 20k+ miles, zero service except washer fluid.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Nice!

[@liueric1988]

I got ripped off so bad at Mycar lol

[@LudicrousFeed]

What happened?

[@DavidVlasic]

2.35 into video, remarks about issue that car control swerves into on coming traffic - then later service says all good?

[@LudicrousFeed]

If you watch it again, I mention that my recent pre-service OTA update to ver 2401 had already fixed the ADAS issues. Suggest watching this video for more details: BYD Seal OTA Software Update 2401 V1.1 Australia Walkthrough and Drive kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLanneMeJyUq68

[@sarahaubrey8096]

How are you filming this in the car Tom? Interested for myself.

[@LudicrousFeed]

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 on a “pendant” mount which I’m wearing like a necklace - I think it provides a nice view of the instrument cluster screen 😁

[@sarahaubrey8096]

@@LudicrousFeed thanks for info, it’s a great POV. I want to find a solution to filming on an ebike.

[@devraga9612]

Yikes- service a bit expensive?

[@devraga9612]

No OTA. Bit annoying.

[@LudicrousFeed]

OTA is available! BYD Seal OTA Software Update 2401 V1.1 Australia Walkthrough and Drive kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYLanneMeJyUq68 Service works out to be about $300 pa over 8 years which is about average for most EV makers at this price point ... barring Tesla of course 😁

[@dmhboag5882]

For 6 years total Seal services will total $2500, the last service before I sold myVW and bought a Seal, was $2500, timing belt (mandatory change)and service @ 120,000kms, normal annual service was around $1000. Not so exy!!

[@rossiuow]

I went to test drive a BYD Seal Premium yesterday after watching your video at the Blacktown store. Apart from the mediocre service from the sales agent, what bothered me the most was their lack of knowledge regarding the service side of things. I asked about what actually gets serviced but I wasn't given a clear answer on what exactly gets serviced. Instead, the agent mentioned the importance of brake checks and servicing the radiator, even though it's an EV. My concern is that I only drive about 6-9k km a year, so spending $300 annually just to check brakes and radiators, without considering other diagnostics, seems unjustified. Service costs should be lower for EVs, and charges for replacements should be based on actual needs rather than a flat fee. It feels like EV companies are trying too hard to profit from servicing, similar to combustion vehicles, where such extensive servicing may not be necessary.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I shall keep documenting my service experience …

[@addsfour3499]

Did you notice Tom’s next service was $189. Not sure where the 300 figure came from. Also, not sure where you get a ICE service for less than 189.

[@rossiuow]

I didn’t notice what he said, but if you do the math it comes to $300 per annum on average over a 8 year term. Which in my books is expensive than what should be expected from an EV.

[@addsfour3499]

@@rossiuow you think 300 is too much? Compared to what other electric car? What do you think you should pay to service a 70,000 dollar car?

[@Zer0G101]

Service ?? 😂

[@LudicrousFeed]

😁

[@andeeznation]

You know MyCar is just Kmart right? And it launched in 2019 and they can service an EV? I personally wouldnt go. I wouldnt trust the inexperienced service centres

[@LudicrousFeed]

As per Sensei’s comment: Wesfarmers sold Kmart Tyre & Auto to Continental group which has since rebranded their stores to mycar. Their techs have been trained in EV servicing

[@wolfgangpreier9160]

You must visit the dealer every 5000km or 3 months with your BYD? Really? I have not visited a service center with my Teslas since 2019!

[@LudicrousFeed]

Where does it say every 5000km / 3 months?

[@Brutale587]

3 months?! I'll take a Tesla thanks.

[@LudicrousFeed]

😁It’s a comp baby check to make sure everyone’s happy

[@sebastienlucas6415]

WTF 5000 km or 3 month ? that crazy in europe nothing like this its 1 year or 20 000 km

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s not uncommon for car brands in Australia to give a complimentary “baby check” in the early stages of ownership to ensure customer satisfaction

[@jakgats1411]

no free complimentary service in europe? thats interesting.

[@GTKdje3]

No communist Chinese EVs for me!

[@LudicrousFeed]

No Tesla?

[@dmhboag5882]

Teslas are built by communists in China too.

[@phizicks]

uh dear, you bought a BYD.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Indeed! Seems like a lot of other people around the world have too 😁

[@LindemanRichard]

可以多了解中国市场发布的byd，因为不远的将来它们也会出现在澳大利亚市场

[@LudicrousFeed]

Good to know👍

[@blueballs9682]

I’ll stick with my Tesla. 12 months 15k kms and zero service or issues. Best car I have ever owned. The service might be free but the time and inconvenience costs 😊

[@LudicrousFeed]

Agreed, I’ve had minimal issues with the Teslas I’ve owned … but it’s by no means zero issues 😅 Thankfully Tesla allow mobile service in some circumstances 👍

[@michaelciorciari7106]

The BYD services feel expensive and the fact that you ‘need them’ makes me questions BYD’s software. Teslas software seems much more robust in identifying issues autonomously. Plus the whole autopilot is so much better with Tesla than BYD’s version….

[@Gazza-rv8ud]

Same 38K kms on Model Y and zero service costs or lost time.

[@LudicrousFeed]

@@michaelciorciari7106 I guess that’s part of the reason why the Seal is a few thousand dollars cheaper than the equivalent Model 3 to account for this 💸

[@LudicrousFeed]

@Gazza-rv8ud Same with our Model Y … no servicing/issues at almost the 1 year mark 🙏