New Model Y Just Unveiled 3 Features Everyone is Overlooking

[@tesla-spectre]

It is a fact that from all Tesla factories, Fremont is by far the worst in terms of quality. Here in Europe, for many years now we get all Model 3s from China and Model Y usually from Berlin (maybe the first batch of new Model Ys will come from China, though). And we have way less problems with those Model 3s than with those that came over to Europe before from Fremont. Also the quality of S and X are substantially sub-par compared to the Teslas coming from China and Berlin.

[@rmkep]

It is still and oldest Tesla factory by many years and with some tented buildings. Before Tesla bought it it was Chevrolet and then Toyota partnered with Chevrolet producing a the New United Motors Plant which locals sarcastically referred to as the Toylet ...

[@JustPeaceLoveAndKindness]

I agree with your sentiment. The variation of dedication to detail, precision, and work ethics are noticeably different from factory to factory.

[@nas4apps]

To be honest, that what was learned from the first Fremont models was to a degree implemented in both the later Chinese and US versions. But maybe not everything. They both constantly improve. So, a later model will always have less imperfections than an earlier one, not matter where it was built.

[@reasonitout9087]

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[@jmp622]

America start standing up and demand quality. Work force needs pride!!!

[@rtracing]

that edit with the "ironman" look is a lot better, not making one feel you're buying a hyundai.

[@TKLMotoVlog]

You can modify it with a Decal wrap over it or take off the harness connector to that middle light bar. Many option to customize it.

[@TKLMotoVlog]

or, if someone wants to reprogram it by connecting a harnass adapter to make the middle bar ability to turn on/off or do special light effect like Kit from Knight Rider. :)

[@user-to2rf1rj5v]

16:12 I love the lightbar as is. But if you don't, just have a body matching wrap put over the part you want to cover.

[@theodorehaskins3756]

Sir, have you no decency? That is blasphemous to even suggest such a thing should be done.😱

[@hihihello263]

The stalk makes sense. I occasionally needed to signal direction while making a turn. I had to think about which button to press instead of going with my instinct.

[@kevinjohnson4500]

Drive-by-wire would solve this because the steering wheel never turns more than 90 degrees from center.

[@stevensykes3740]

Does anyone really need 500 miles? As Mr. Musk has mentioned, Do we need to carry around 500 miles of battery when 90% of our driving is 40 miles per day.

[@jayceerenegado8038]

Nobody wants to be limited to the avg 40 miles. People do travel outside the city.

[@jmp622]

@@jayceerenegado8038 why ? People want it. Take away objections. I don’t wanna charge my car several times on a trip.

[@roberthartsing6673]

Agreed what a waste of material when you can get over 120 miles charge 10 minutes

[@steve4296fred]

That’s the difference between need & want. If people want 500 miles - then companies should listen to them. In so many cases people do not purchase things according to logic!

[@chadsview7087]

I use my model y also for towing. I have to charge about every 100 miles. Also if the batteries were bigger you would charge less. This means the cycle life would be less and your battery would last even longer. I also have a 2017 fiat 500e that I bought really cheap for commuting a few years back. This battery gets cycled every day mon-fri. Probably around 250 times a year. Where as the Tesla we probably are close to 120 times a year. So keep that in mind when thinking about range.

[@fergmorriss1651]

I had no clue you are a meteorologist. Thanks for sharing your views on climate change - no disagreement here....very well put. On a related matter, I wish more attention was focused on messaging (what in my mind is) THE most important "quality of life" improving attribute of EV's - AIR QUALITY! This benefit alone should compel the world to adopt EV's. Big oil cannot debate this as it is FACT. Particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), unburned hydrocarbons (UHC like benzene, toluene, xylene), and greenhouse gases (water vapor, CO2, N2O, etc.) are all emitted from ICE tailpipes. We all breath it, some more than others depending on where you live. Toxic, (or at least unnatural concentrations of emission) components get into the soil and water and the fish - into the ecosystem AND, they may accelerate the rate of global climate change! Please people, spread this message as a vital reason for change to and adoption of BEVs. Of course, hand in hand with EV's is renewable energy development so that the emission is not just transferred from moving to stationary sources.

[@michaellatta]

I note all the pictures are of the powder blue color. It might look better with a darker metallic color.

[@pacificislander8503]

There is a lot of round about in Europe and turning stalk is needed

[@mikeinco]

For other brands supercharging, I was at a new V3 supercharger location in Texas that had the charge dispensers in the middle of the parking space. I thought they miss painted the space lines. However, it could be to accommodate charge ports on both sides of a vehicle.

[@4tune8chance65]

Roundabouts are common in many countries and it’s a law to ‘indicate out’ good luck doing that with buttons when the steering wheel is upside down and you still turning.

[@ericn3221]

Pretty amazing Tesla had 50,000 orders for the Model Y on the first day in China.

[@markgarnett3521]

I’m in UK, not yet a T driver but fully on board with buttonless user interface - except for horn, hazard flashers, turn indicators and windscreen wipe. I’ll be ok with windscreen wipe not having a button once they solve detection and auto-wipe. But turn indicators are a must while we still drive manually some of some of the time, it super important for safe/efficient navigation

[@Nerlin]

I LOVE THE NEW DESIGN! I didn't like the old Y just looked like a bloated 3. I didn't want a new bloated 3 for the Y, so while I like the refreshed 3, I like what they did for the Y. I can't wait to see it in person.

[@shepherdsknoll]

I agree with liking the light bar. All of the things mentioned, steer by wire, 800 architecture, 500 mile range are too early to showcase , those things would bump the price significantly, they will come on the next refresh when Tesla can keep the price the same.

[@tashi282]

people want a lot but with the way less price-fools' wish.

[@roberthartsing6673]

It simplifies hood alignment and less parts . It also effectively lights up the area as you approach the car

[@DouglasJMark]

I love the light bars. The overall look took me a day and I love that too. But, we'll keep our 2022 Y for another 18 years with FSD if possible even if too old to drive ourselves.

[@ScottWallace5]

A great first podcast of the year! And I'm cheering you on to double the subscribers to 500K by the end of the year, been here since the early days and I know you can do it! 🎉

[@ItsKimJava]

You’re the best!

[@elainebradley8213]

As a Canadian I loved the statement "the world is not just the US"😅 It's OK. We still follow all your news and weather and buy your products....

[@TheJustinHit]

As someone who recognizes where companies originate from, they are usually the USA such as Tesla and Apple.

[@deplorablechump8758]

Welcome to the Union!

[@Hjenkinsfsh]

I love your material as well as your chemistry. Nice job keep up the good work.

[@snate2.0]

Love the light bar

[@kdb4u]

Tesla really needed the front camera, so I'm glad it is there now. But it also needs cameras under the mirrors so it can do the birds eye view, or 360 view. If you have ever used that on another car it's a hard thing to do without when driving a Tesla, all the other luxury cars have it. $50 for two more cameras. If not for FSD I would buy something else that has it like the Equinox or Blazer (with a NACS charging port of course)

[@freddymax5256]

It needs cameras, instead of the mirrors.

[@staly23o]

Love the rear light bar. The front should have the model 3 headlight or cyber cabs or shorter light bar with a good distance disconnect from headlight to really differentiate from other cars and still consider light bar.

[@marcbee1234]

I may be behind the times but I do like the light strip between the headlights!

[@itsdavejustdave4876]

I was really looking forward to see how the light bar would integrated but they made the car look like something my Grandma would be happy to drive. It’s fine I guess but that photoshopped pic looked amazing. Wish they would have made it an option.

[@randytaylor4766]

I love the stalk, I hope it will be included in the US version and I plan to buy one later this year. I also love the light bar in the front and back.

[@PQV-8898]

I have the current model Y and I just love all the new enhancements, cosmetic and functional. Finally the MY looks distinctly different from the M3.

[@thejose24]

Reminder, if you've waited this long for the refreshed Model Y, they don't come with AI5 yet!! We gotta wait for AI5! Hopefully Q3/Q4 2025.

[@aaronhendrickson]

You could start counting how many gas stations have long lines. You say, I don't need to in those lines again. The station is waiting for a truck to fill the bumps. Then you find out the truck is stuck in traffic. You are happy you are only waiting for someone to finish charging.

[@carlkelley4566]

I wish my 2021 Model Y had a smaller turning radius. Steer-by-wire is the only feature missing from Juniper. And steer-by-wire requires the power of a 48-volt architecture.

[@Dontslaythybroski]

The new model Y headlights are definitely an upgrade.

[@mistyanderson6834]

Where is bidirectional charging?

[@DanielLucio1]

The new Y seems like a pretty decent efficiency boost.

[@tonymc-dx8xw]

Its called Hardware 4 for the board and V 13 for the software. Hardware 3 can only use V12 software for now.

[@marineboy0055]

recently purchased the Y for the discount inventory and 0 APR, love it, was dead set on the Toyota Rav4 Hybrid but Elon changed my mind lol.

[@steve4296fred]

There is something a bit awkward looking about the front bumper below the lightbar on the refreshed Y. The back looks great and side view is great.

[@tsam9084]

Will Grok allow you to use general language to change settings on your Tesla rather than clicking on the screen?

[@cccaaa9034]

The hood didn't bother me until you mentioned it. I can only see that now. The light bar is still fine but I do also like the Iron Man version, maybe even a tiny bit more but I also understand the importance of branding through design unity and so it makes sense for Tesla to design their models with similar ques.

[@byronchurch]

What a lovely couple ! I almost Yippie when you two show up !

[@ItsKimJava]

☺️ thanks for tuning in

[@MYWORKINFO2012]

I like the front of New Model Y, the Rear not sure how a feel. It’s ok. Love the Front bumper Camera. Love they kept Blinker. My wish list I wish power fronk. 48V which gives faster charge with at least 350-400miles per charge. Oh and the big thing i was hoping PowerShare to power home in case of power outages. Happy about quieter cabin, also hands free trunk. Thanks for your video always great information.

[@henrywilliams5458]

I’m with you Kim! I really like the design.. way better than the current version

[@vinumcopia9850]

I think the model Y front light bar could be a great feature if it is customizable, such as the ability to turn on and off, change color, or doing the "KITT" style light show.

[@johnmorris1162]

Even better if Grok could yell at the kids in the back of the car, so you don't have to while your driving! OK, maybe Grok could try entertain them with a game first. 🙂

[@jusTOOfresh]

How do you drive the car if the center screen break/malfunctions?

[@BigBen621]

Same way you drive an ICE vehicle if the display containing the speedometer fails, which it can.

[@htiek30120]

PJ should do an independent weather KZbin channel similar to the independent news channels like Breaking Points.

[@Dontslaythybroski]

Cant wait for these new model 3’s to be 30k

[@michaellatta]

I do think the front is off, but I think it is the height and flatness below the lightbar. The 3 is better proportions and I like that. It is also a bit rounder in the front.

[@roberto.gallegos]

Just wanted to tell you guys. You make a perfect couple.

[@Milhamman79]

I like the new Model Y design! I feel like when people actually see it in person and see them driving around most people will come around and say they like it 👍😎

[@staly23o]

Need around about button for turn signal and variable steering but not 4 wheel steering. Also light bar should indicate like turn signal the round about intention.

[@aronandreas]

Like always. ❤❤❤ from norway

[@FloydGavin-o4k]

Tesla range to low 400 miles is the sweet spot

[@MachB33]

The market has and will determine the sweet spot for range relative to cost. If the current range was too low, Tesla would not have sold as many cars as they have. I agree with their discussion at minute 16.

[@elainebradley8213]

It is 110 miles to the nearest supercharger. But we seldom go in that direction. So range for travelling around our island is very important. Especially in -20 C and 4 inches of snow to drive through. We've always been ok but more range or some local chargers would help a great deal.

[@taqmobile]

The logic at 6:35 doesn't hold. If 70 parts = 1 part now... a dent would need to replace that whole big part and cost much more. The simplified part casting definitely makes them easier and cheaper to build, but the downside of that is that they will be much more expensive to repair as you aren't just replacing a few parts but instead have to replace half the car to fix a fender bender.

[@ricky4673]

Since they have tesla insurance too, they have an excuse to raise the price. Double profit.

[@michaelsmithers4900]

I haven’t heard this logic supported by teardown experts like sandy munro. When you have a hundred welded together stampings you don’t replace a few like a broken engine component. Frame straightening happens on a large metal rack and there are demonstrations of this on castings on KZbin.

[@taqmobile]

@michaelsmithers4900 i mean the existing models and their giga casting is already super expensive because you cant just swap out a quarter panel like most cars. Making it even more unibody seems like now you need to replace entire chunks of the car to fix it. Don't see how that will make repairs cheaper but fingers crossed.

[@Klassicmix]

Can Tesla just make those turn signals and stalks removable just like the cybertruck mirrors.

[@kdb4u]

Good idea!

[@jimmyletv]

I can see all future products having the cybertruck front headlights.

[@deplorablechump8758]

Why you need to use the signal for roundabouts?

[@ItsKimJava]

Required by law in some US states (namely WA) and some countries as well.

[@deplorablechump8758]

@ Nah, I drive around roundabouts every single day and never have to use turn signals.

[@BreenHouseEffect]

Do we not get a swivel on the monitor

[@Aggie4life77]

I’m an electric car fan. I don’t hate Tesla, I just see to many of them and want something different. With that said, I don’t see nothing wrong with the new Model Y. I’m glad they did something a little different.

[@R3cal]

You can get phenomenal heat rejection on all windows right now with double ceramic tint. Big mileage gain in the summer due to this. I never put up windshield shade in Florida.

[@UMtiger311]

I was so happy about the light bar, and the way it's integrated into the front.. I just.. I don't know. Maybe seeing it in person will be different, but for now I'm not crazy about it. Still gonna buy it.

[@leopoldhenrya]

What would you suggest is the best screen mount phone case?

[@ItsKimJava]

Check out Vion…have a discount code for them somewhere in a video from Sep/Oct

[@leopoldhenrya]

@ItsKimJava thank you, so far I didn't see one on there web page.

[@bodybuilding12]

3% is a nice boost? Interesting. In the real world, 3% is nothing.

[@NewYorksFinest1]

Theyve already started making 3rd party kits to give the light bar the iron man look

[@paddle_shift]

People who gripe about range are usually getting under 300 miles on their ICE vehicles.

[@aaronrdaniels]

Does anyone else hear a slight low quality microphone sound on this show?

[@gordontyler9317]

My first (and only) Tesla is a 2018 Model 3. The Model Y was not yet out and the Model S and X were way out of budget. I have wanted to upgrade is to a Model Y for a year or so but I really didn’t want to get the exact same car that everyone else is driving. Once I saw what they put into the Model 3 refresh, I knew I was going to wait. The exterior of the Model Y looks different and that’s all I really wanted. I am sure there will also be third party exterior modifications available quickly - I added a body color wing on my model 3 because I didn’t like the trunk shape. I’m most looking forward to having an easier time getting in and out of the car, but also can’t wait to experience the smoother and quieter ride. The extra space is going to remove any remaining reason to use my larger car for a task. I will be ordering a white AWD Model Y on the first day the US sales open - even if it’s a bit more for a ‘launch’ edition. I don’t even mind that the FSD transfer option is gone - I’ll just use the standard EAP.

[@DQ-su6qf]

Light bars look great..but I’d need a 400 mile minimum range to consider selling my 22 YP for the new Y or Cybertruck..

[@dscarty]

Robocab = no steering wheel = no steer by wire. Perhaps the same coming for other Tesla vehicles.

[@Kalibr85]

Great video guys! I like the Y refresh but would have liked to have seen a complete body rework. Regardless, I will most likely trade my model 3 for one later this year.

[@rmkep]

Another great video from my two favorite reporters on all things BEV. Re the NACS rollout, the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 has native NACS but the idiots put the charger port on the passenger side rear meaning it will take up 2 charge stalls in most Supercharger locations. Also, it only allows max 120ish kw charging at Superchargers meaning it will be there longer while taking up 2 stalls. I see fistacuffs at congested urban Supercharger locations in the future. Hey ho way to go Hyundai-o ...

[@TeNgaere]

As for other EVs, more than affordability they have to have FSD. If it doesn't, I am NOT buying it.😂

[@stevemulisa]

26:10 grok has now its own app actually

[@ItsKimJava]

Nice!

[@stevemulisa]

@ hope this fixes the one thing that was groking him 😉

[@feger481]

If you don't like the light bar, unplug it. Dilemma resolved.

[@thomaskim3128]

Would my 2023 long range also get a mileage boost, if the efficiency is due to improved software?

[@regulartxdude7813]

It’s not just Joe Schmo dummy that likes stalks like you insinuated. It’s really smart people that love EVs but don’t love stupid designs that are not designed for the safest operation in all situations.

[@lusosaylor]

They have done there homework... every car saleable worldwide in 2024 had to have a unibrow light front and back.... this is China trend and a must have

[@dronetechaz]

kim i agree 500 to 575 miles should be a standard.

[@TedKidd]

Steer by wire solves the steering wheel directional problem Unbroken lightbar would be better

[@MachB33]

Yes, this is subtle observation but true. I’ve test driven the CT for a few hours and it was much easier to use the turn signals compared with the using them on the new M3. Steer by wire would be great in the Juniper but could drive up the cost and the price.

[@davidws5439]

The new Juniper Y is fantastic. If not V to L/G/E, no new Tesla for me. I would rather stay with Tesla, be it MUST have V to L minimum, and I want V to G/E. I also wanted a MUCH softer ride and moew ground clearance. Much plusher seats with message air cooled heated seats. Also, 11.5 kw V to V would be great. A "gas" can for EVs! 100 kwh battery pack would be great for long road trips. Also, the rear hitch is a must since I no longer keep a pick-up around.😊

[@fteoOpty64]

This model got 50k orders in China alone. The "self drive" in China's local EVs are failing all over the place. But Tesla AutoPilot works just fine in CHina and is very reliable there unlike their local counterparts!.

[@frecklesx20]

Lite bar is ok

[@M-TRON]

01:24 rear end: The Day the Earth Stood Still robot

[@roberthartsing6673]

It’s coming if the demand is there not many have used the cyber truck

[@mrrobert462]

there us a grok app now

[@WCR10851]

I'll wait for a MINIMUM of 400 mile range. Should be 500 by now.

[@daveyshmavey]

I like the look of the new Y. I think from the back it looks tall and skinny. I really like the new model 3 look better. I thought they wanted to standardize hardware in all their vehicles as well as the 48 v infrastructure. Is the frame really a single casting ?

[@4tune8chance65]

Re the looks, any car that’s going through a wind tunnel design is going to look more or less the same. Cars don’t have a recognisable look anymore like in the 60’s though to the 80’s

[@KrustyKlown]

People WANT knobs, Buttons, stalks, etc.. poking at a touch screen is not tactical and hard to do while bouncing around down the road.. that's distractive & dangerous. Real knobs, buttons and controls are intuitive, and easy to access while driving. Only a fool would prefer what Tesla provides, lol.. the only reason Tesla removed all those controls was to save money (increase their profits).

[@juliocarrasco7164]

What I don’t think is fare is the fact that I bought my T-model Y AWD Long-Range, in 2022 for 60K and now, the same model is way better and beautiful, with 120 more miles, and it cost 15K less and so if you pay 60K you will get the new T-Y with the Self-Drive… but for me to get that feature I need to pay 10K on top of the 60K I already paid for my Model Y… it’ is unfair TOTAL UNFAIR FOR US THAT PAY 15K MORE THAN THE PRICE IT HAS TWO YEARS LATER. I FEEL RIPPED-OFF

[@William0271]

The lightbar looks cool enough ig but seems like an unnecessary power draw. Also, the legacy charging architecture is a huge letdown. It seems like intentional slow-rolling so people have a reason to buy the next upgrade.

[@OfficialCHRFilms]

The range needs to be 400 miles plus it’s a deal breaker now

[@Streeknine]

So if millions of years carbon build up was higher, how did they reduce carbon? You see, nobody explains that part. They just say.. well man blew out enough carbon so now we are back to the same levels. It doesn't really explain how they were so high to begin with.

[@enoughofthis]

Hopefully, the middle portion of the bar can be disabled.

[@ItsKimJava]

That would be cool!

[@JohnBushnellYT]

I really think you're missing the point of the light bar. It's about safety. Elon is about safety. This is form following function. If you want to create a situation where other people most clearly understand the size, distance, and orientation of a vehicle, which may be in fog or heavy rain, you need a bar that spans the maximum width of the vehicle that it can span--both on the front of the car and on the rear. Now they've done this.

[@roberto.gallegos]

Tesla keeps making it cheaper and cheaper to make there cars and they don’t drop the price and they don’t add more range or anything else like steer by wire or a screen in front of driver to see your speed in front instead of looking to the side. Or bidirectional power. I want a car that I can use to power my home. What good is a giant battery that is going to sit in the garage not doing anything.

[@michaelsmithers4900]

I tend to agree. What do you say to the argument that, in your garage you are cycling your battery without any mileage going on the odometer. The battery is partly warranted based on mileage. How do they offer a good warranty and allow for bidirectional?

[@roberto.gallegos]

@ good question. I wouldn’t mind the cycling part. It’s being put to use and I don’t mind that at all. As far as the warranty. Maybe someone can develop software that can track the cycling of the battery and make a warranty based on that. Just an idea.

[@michaelsmithers4900]

@ yeah maybe the warranty could be like 8yr/120k mi/ 2,800cycles… (350cy/yr) …

[@JnTmarie]

Does it have better suspension?? REALLY NEEDS IT!!!

[@ItsKimJava]

Yes! Said to have improved as well.

[@Crannie3]

A massive upgrade design wise in my book. The old MY looked like a bloated jellybean from the front. It's now much sleeker. Like you, my disappointment is around the battery tech and range. If it had 650km I would have jumped on it straight away. Here in Australia we have Zeekr, Xpeng and BYD coming our with nice looking MY alternatives that we know will be cheaper so looking for the price to drop. Agree that you can't go past the Tesla experience including Grok and SFD and I'm fully supportive of what Elon is doing.

[@jusTOOfresh]

Bloated jelly bean 😩😂

[@egbun]

Please do an episode looking at sales data by US region (and other means) to tell us whether Elon’s intense politics are hurting sales or not. Investors are very anxious about this.

[@nguyep4]

Don't buy into the FUD. Tesla sold ~633k EV in the US.. 2nd place sold about 110k... where is the sale hurt? Are you going to ignore the high interest rate on loans? Tesla's are just average $45k. Not cheap.

[@yaz911]

Still no V2L is deal-breaker for me to upgrade

[@MyCustomTesla]

Wish the front light bar was continuous and not cut off at headlights. And the back is 😪. Maybe in real life it's better looking..

[@roberto.gallegos]

350 miles. Come on now. Let’s go Tesla catch up to the competition that is adding more range. Get to at least 450

[@kdb4u]

Few people would benefit from over 300 mile range, but for those that want it, it should be available for an extra cost.

[@roberto.gallegos]

@ you also have to take into account that if you have a certain type of battery chemistry, they also recommend to only charge to 80 percent. That takes you down to 240. Not good enough. I would be tired of charging all the time just to get to somewhere that is not nearby.

[@roberto.gallegos]

Oh and not taking the battery down to 0%. So that takes your battery usage to even less.