Tesla Model 3 Winter Review - SR+ RWD

[@vmfan96]

Thanks for this Vid. Fellow Canadian considering a Tesla M3. On the fence about SR+ or Performance. I like the SR+ cause of the Gov Incentive and Green plate perks. Performance is where my heart is but my head says the SR+ makes more sense. The only item I was concerned with, was the handling and cold climate range in Canada. How many Kms are you getting on a morning charge? I heard for battery health it's better to charge daily to 80-90% and if winter range drops another 30% then there isn't much room left.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I charge to 90% every day just in case I need to do random trips here and there and like the freedom of being about to just drive and not worry about range. Elon said it's more than ok to charge to 90%. Most suggest 80% but I worry about that a bit less than most. I travel 80KM each day and have on average 65% range left each night.

[@arrivee06]

thx for the review! I grew up in Utah where snow was an all-winter issue. I now live in Oregon where most people are not as used to driving in snow. As you pointed out in your video, (thank you), and what I tell my clients: Find an open, safe parking lot to experiment in. Slam on your brakes, experiment and do some doghnuts, etc...Get a feel of what you're up against before you go out there and needlessly reek havoc on those around you cause you have no idea and are too afraid to see what you and your car can do. peace

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

arrivee06 you miss the snow? Lol. Probably not hey. Knowing how your car handles makes you less nervous and a nervous driver is a dangerous driver IMO. GREAT COMMENT. LOVE IT.

[@arrivee06]

@@TeslaCanadianDad I bought a 2018 M3 dual motor and it looks like there's going to be snow in our future next week! Weeeeeee! can't wait! More exciting than scary i think

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

arrivee06 haha let me know how it goes. Have fun. What am I saying. Your driving a Tesla of course you’ll have fun.

[@arrivee06]

@@TeslaCanadianDad will do

[@JohnnyRobinBack]

Great video! Greetings from Sweden :) There is no snow here at the moment, but your video made a future Tesla owner reassured ;) Subscribed!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Robin thanks for the wonderful comments. Really appreciate you hitting that subscribe button too. 😀👍

[@MinhTran-hz5rl]

Greetings from your neighbor behind your house lol. Had to replay the video couple of times because the background looks so familiar haha. Great video btw, I'm actually thinking about buying the exact same car as yours next year or so. Have a few questions since we live in the same city. - Is the 50k price included tax and other fees? - Any services need to be done every few months like a regular gas car? - Do you have any issue with the ground clearance last winter? - Is the insurance going to be higher since it might be considered luxury car? Thank you again for your video. It gives me lots of information and hope you will release more videos about the model 3 in the future. Already want to trade in my 2019 SUV for this but wifey gonna kill me lol. Liked, subcribed and full support man!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Haha. Thanks for the kind words. The one year review I did about a month ago is full of info. Love your support. Here’s a quick bit of info on your questions: 1. The 5k federal rebate will reduce the cost for the Standard Range Plus only. There’s a few hundred dollars of destination fees. 2. I haven’t paid any services fees since owning the car and don’t see any services fees in the near future. I did buy new winter tires and I guess windshield washer. 3. I’ve had no issues with ground clearance whatsoever. 4. My insurance actually went down 2$ a month after going from my Honda Civic Coupe to my Tesla Model 3. Crazy hey. Lol. Love the support. When Covid is done and you want to go for a test drive let me know. 😃👍

[@MinhTran-hz5rl]

@@TeslaCanadianDad finished watching all your videos. They are great with lots of helpful information. Are there any Tesla branch in Ottawa that I can go for a test drive? Would love to try both Model 3 and Model S.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Very soon. They are opening one. They were saying fall 2020 but with covid I think it got delayed.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Apparently the Ottawa services Center are allowing Test Drives. Give them a call.

[@MinhTran-hz5rl]

@@TeslaCanadianDad That's good to know. I will give them a call and find out. Thank you so much for the information :D

[@corypitt1387]

Great video I live in central Saskatchewan, I have been watching lots of Canadian content . I don’t have a Tesla yet so these videos are helping making a better decision still unsure awd or rwd.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

cory pitt either way you will love it. If it’s between FSD or AWD I would recommend AWD as you can upgrade later and get FSD in the future. Thanks for the kind words.

[@TigerKurdish]

If money is no issue, I'd definitely get the AWD but there is a 15k difference which is large amount difference. First thing rob ford did screwing up the incentives for EV other wise I wanted to buy the AWD as well but unfortunately now I can't. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@corypitt1387]

Free I totally agree. I wish they made them more affordable and have an incentive here in Saskatchewan

[@jackk7310]

Thanks for the video. I assume the weight distribution of the battery helps a lot with rear wheel traction. I drive a Nissan LEAF EV and live in Maine and and also experience about 20-30% decrease in range in winter. The crackling sound as you were creeping along in the parking lot made me cringe thinking about winter coming!

[@albertomigliozzi8036]

Thanks for sharing this video! I live on the French Alps, so similar winter conditions. How does the car cope uphill with snow?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I’ve had no issues so far. Lots of snow this year here in Ottawa too. Loving my car!

[@xaviergodard9066]

Trust me, winter condition in the french alps is NOTHING compared to Canada. 16 inches of snow in a day is called july here. J'exagere mais c'est quand meme beaucoup plus heavy que la bas mon ami

[@TeslaKägi]

nice Video! Thx for this Information. Have an SR+ too but still not much snow here in switzerland -- hope it will come this year so I can do some testing too! this car is just amazing! greetings from switzerland!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Tesla Kägi Love that it’s a huge hit all over the world. It’s funny your hoping for snow lol. We feel like there’s to much over here ;) this winter hasn’t been so bad but February hasn’t rolled it’s ugly head yet so.... Will see how the Model handles in large amount of snow then I’m sure.

[@TeslaKägi]

@@TeslaCanadianDad I'm a new subscriber - cannot wait for big-snow-videos :-) enjoy your rides!

[@Tom55data]

Useful video, great content. I already have the LR, best car I ever had.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Thank you. Hi from across the world. :) how are winters where you are? :)

[@Tom55data]

@@TeslaCanadianDad In the UK we just get cold(not like Canada) OR wet - not both (ie little snow). The worst driving conditions is just above freezing with rain where road becomes super-greasy with the salt, and that is quite common. I use the CrossClimate++ tyres all year round as it is this cold wet that makes summer ones plastic and lethal; I have had the delights of helping the stuck 4 wheel drives out of ice because few people use suitable tyres here.

[@bobdavis7192]

I'm subscribed! Been there for a while now.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Thanks Bob. Really appreciate it and hope your enjoying the videos.

[@SatoriZei]

Are You equiped with winter tires ?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

For sure. Highly recommended

[@Lovejazz01]

Great informative video. The thing that I like that you are giving us your take on the SR+ , the more affordable Model 3, when all the other videos are all about the full out Long Range and Performance , sure a lot of people can afford and have those versions , but a lot of people like me can only hope to afford the SR+ (hopefully ordering mine sometime this year ) , and people need to know it’s capabilities also. Keep grinding and I’m sure your subs will triple before you know it! (Already been a subscriber )

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Lovejazz01 awesome comment. Thanks man. Let me know if you have any other questions I can help with. LR wasn’t an option for me either.

[@imLinAhMa]

Thanks for the video! Not a lot of Canadians doing videos of winter driving. Just curious how the vehicle handles going uphill in slippery conditions? I'm from BC and there are a couple of steep hills on my daily route.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I had my SR+ for close to 3 years (3 winters) and only slipped once. I got better winter tires and never happened again.

[@DaxM]

Just found your channel dude. Great stuff so far, Can't wait for that special video your'e talking about next month. Hope you get your 1k subs soon. I tried to help you out. If you have any questions about Tesla or KZbin (or both) check out my channel and shoot me an email or find me on twitter or facebook, us Tesla-Tubers gotta stick together. TTYL

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Hey thanks Bailey, I've watched your channel for sure. Thanks for the kind words. I really appreciate it. Really nice of you. We're in the same group on Facebook (Tesla Model 3 Canadian Group) and noticed your channel there a few months ago. Great stuff. Use Tesla-Tuber really do need to stick together :)

[@DaxM]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD absolutely dude.

[@jessep179]

The rear wheel drive comments are a little misplaced with the Tesla Model 3 because the car is so heavy. My honda was ~2200 lbs and front wheel drive. The RWD Model 3 seems better than the FWD Honda because the weight of the batteries (over 4000 lbs!) makes enough normal force underneath the rear tires to make meaningful friction with the ground. Most people drive a RWD truck (where this is almost no normal force on the back tires) and then complain about RWD in the snow.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Weight of the car helps for sure. My wife’s tiny crappy Nissan Micra is brutal in winter since it weighs nothing but the Tesla Model 3 is also great in snow because the traction control is literally the most responsive and torque-maximizing of any car on the planet. EVs can modulate power in under 10 milliseconds, whereas an ICE car has a control loop that is more like 100-250 milliseconds.

[@SteveIsSleeve]

Great video, really helped me. I live in Toronto, so we only get a few bad winter days each season. I would usually go for an AWD car, but with the $5,000 federal incentive plus trade-in value fore my car, the SR+ RWD price point is way too attractive.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Thanks for the kind words. Really happy I could help. 😃 15k is a decent amount more money for sure. I love my SR+. Gets me everywhere I want to go.

[@alexandredubuc6529]

same boat as you here its 59 880$ - 8000$ = 51 880$ but if i wanted the AWD which i usually drive it would cost me 66 880$ so around 15 000$ for a better traction and upgraded audio system seems expensive lol i went for the RWD 2022 i hope i wont regret this :P

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

You’ll love it.

[@xzaxx]

i wish the model 3 standard range plus would do 450km on one charge don¨t you agree With me?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I wish it had 1000km ;) more is better for sure.

[@johnbcardin]

Nice channel. Did you mean to misspell brake in the break test?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Nope lol. Whoops. Funny it took this long for someone to mention it lol. Good eye. Thanks for the nice comment.

[@benfarrow9498]

Turn on slip start if you want to drift

[@selimoz2223]

Thank you for the informative video. Can I ask you; I am commuting 90 km one way from garage to garage but only will be able to charge at home. Do you think i can survive in winter with SR+ 180km in total? (Hamilton to Toronto)

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Selim Oz you would make it but with low milage left. Make sure you have Level 2 charging at home for daily commute. On really bad snowy day I would make sure there’s chargers available in between your home and work. I would guess that 95% of the time you would be ok.

[@selimoz2223]

@@TeslaCanadianDad thank you for your reply

[@NyeahEh]

Does anyone know if the Model 3 has issues with door handles or windows freezing shut and unable to open the doors in the winter?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

If you park outside it can happen to the handle. But a nice little hit to the thinker part of it usually does the job to break the ice. For me that’s like once or twice a year.

[@NyeahEh]

@@TeslaCanadianDad Thanks!

[@StefQc2k]

This is a great video... Didn't know that winter tire wasn't mandatory in Ontario... In Québec winter tires are... Anyway, It was a good and informative video about the normal use of your car in winter conditions... With your real life data on it... data on which will help me be reassured about rear wheel driving... I don't own a Tesla yet... but in a near future... it should be Sorry for my English... French is only useful in the Québec city area...lol

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

StefQc2k thanks. Let me know if you have any questions. Je suis prais à t’aider. :)

[@StefQc2k]

@@TeslaCanadianDad Thanks, I'll do

[@mellissamurakami3994]

I assume your tires are stock M+S? I have a SR+ and we had a lot of snow last week. Every time I had to make a right hand turn it felt like I lost power until I could straighten out again. Ended up getting stuck a bunch of times. Any suggestions?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Winter tires I got from Canadian Tire. Loving them. I installed them on my Stock Rims for now.

[@luisramos1592]

Great video. I live in New York and the winters haven't been too bad, only a handful of bad snow days. Was nervous about getting rid of my Jeep Cherokee but this vid has given me some confidence.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Oh man you won’t regret it! New York, didn’t think you guys got much snow but I’m super happy I could help. Here’s a teaser of my 1 year review....BUY THIS CAR!!! Lol. Thanks for the kind words. Really appreciate it.

[@blackopagent]

West coast dad here. We get maybe 4 days of snow a year and now need a second car. Looks like I'll go for it! Hows the comfort for the kids? I have 2 of my own and thats my only concern really

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

JP SB they love it!!! Plus waiting in the car for anything is piece of cake when Netflix is right at your fingertips for the whole family to enjoy. Do it. You won’t regret it. Really approximate the comment and don’t be afraid to subscribe. Small channel looking to grow. :)

[@saurabhgarg5297]

Would you recommend model 3 SR+ to someone who will drive from Cambridge to Toronto to work (both ways) Lets say one side is 110km ?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Saurabh Garg if your parking in a garage at home or work or both you would be fine. I only lose around 25% range because of it. I also pre-condition my Tesla every morning with my Tesla Stats app which warms up the battery to reduce lost of range. You also have superchargers all over Toronto if you ever need it on the worst winter days. If you can afford the Long Range, go for that but I wasn’t in a situation to spend 15k more for the LR. Maybe one day I’ll upgrade to the performance model. Thank you so much for watching and really appreciate the comment. Hope you consider subscribing and let me know if you have any other questions. Love talking Tesla.

[@saurabhgarg5297]

@@TeslaCanadianDad lets assume its extreme winters -25 C and I have a garage where I depart from and not at work. Just wanted to know how will this be handled.

[@saurabhgarg5297]

@@TeslaCanadianDad Also, would you recommend a Used long range RWD as a better option that new SR plus ? Thanks for the detailed explanation.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Saurabh Garg missed your reply, sorry, if you haven’t made your decision to be honest I would probably go with the used AWD for the more range plus other features if it’s the same cost and the used M3 is in perfect shape.

[@apka750]

Just what I wanted to hear as I just booked a mdl 3 rwd 👍🏽

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Arun P you’ll love it man. Enjoy

[@michaelthibaudeau3384]

Really professionnal, going straight to the point that matter with fact backing your claim. Great video and channel i subbed! Also thank you for the video. it is exactly what i needed to know before purchasing the m3 sr+

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Hey fellow Mike, really appreciate your nice comments. These help me a lot to continue making videos I enjoy to produce. Really kind of you. Also thanks for the sub. Hope you keep loving what I release. Means a lot.

[@MarcioDonovan]

I bought my M3 RWD for $60k. 😅 I would have loved the AWD for an extra $5k if I had bought it earlier.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Yeah. It’s too bad the prices have went the wrong way.

[@2cats1guy]

Great video but sucks that I have to FF to 2 minutes to get the info. Maybe put that at the end for the people really needing this info....which is 100% because that’s why your video came up. But great production value. Nice work man.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Much appreciated, I was trying something a bit different. Got a few comments like your and made changes since to have the "Fluff" after the main subject is done :) THank you for your input and being kind about it.

[@LaurentVitalis]

Sorry but I have a different opinion. Last weekend, I was able to test drive a RWD Model 3 in a snow storm, on a highway, with other cars, and it was stressful. Software did an excellent job to avoid wheel slip and fishtailing. But control-wise, I felt like I had no connection with the road, unlike my AWD I drove an hour before. I recommend that anyone looking to buy that car and drive it in harsh conditions (worst than in the video) should test drive it beforehand to know what they're getting into. Also, make sure you are OK with the wipers ergonomics and performance.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Laurent Vitalis Hey, no worries. Your allowed to have different opinion. That’s what’s so great about this world. However, your comparing the AWD to RWD which isn’t the point. Of course it will handle better. I’ve never had the pleasure of driving a M3 AWD but hopefully one day. If you can afford the 15k increase we have here in Canada go for it for sure. The extra range alone is worth it. However, I’m totally comfortable driving this baby in winter. We just had a time of snow this past 48 hours and had 0 issues. Thanks for the comment and if you do buy a Model 3 I’m sure you will love it.

[@LaurentVitalis]

I gotta say the conditions last weekend were really bad. Maybe not the best situation to try a new car for the first time. If I ever buy an EV (someday hopefully), I really wish I could test drive it beforehand, in such weather. That's, sadly, highly unlikely. Be safe.

[@adithyachennamadhavuni6155]

What snow tires did you get! I'm from Iowa and worried about snow but Im considering sr+ since I don't have lot of commute and I'm waiting for my cyber truck. Don't want to spend extra 10k for just awd

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Continental WinterContact SI Plus, 235/45R18. Thank you for watching and don’t be shy if you have any other questions. :)

[@jameshetfield5894]

It's been a couple years since you posted this, but I am from Iowa as well. Did you get the standard range Tesla?

[@adithyachennamadhavuni6155]

@@jameshetfield5894 no. Lr and sold it.

[@richarddalfen587]

Hi. I live with n Montreal. What winter mats do you suggest for model 3

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

richard dalfen hey Richard, I own and absolutely love and highly recommend the 3D MAXpider. I purchased them at Costco on sale before I took delivery and love them. Thank you for watching. Let me know if you have any other questions and hope you coincided subscribing :)

[@richarddalfen587]

Appreciate your input. Thanks

[@TheWineroute]

Slow, slippery slopes are difficult for this car, try it out. A steep driveway needs planing, I got to get stuck in 4+ inches. AWD CX5 had no problem. However, that was with stock all-weathers.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I'll give it a shot for sure. Winter tires will help for sure though. :) thanks for the comment Christopher.

[@HDBnB1]

Just drove mine for the first time during a snow storm the other day. Do you always use slip start in the snow?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

HD BnB only when your stuck or want to “drift”.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Slip Start is used in deep snow, sand, or mud, where it is beneficial to allow the tires to spin in order to gain traction.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Jyoti Smaddar absolutely. Yes. 👍

[@syedk632]

quick question, what kind of winter tires did you put on?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I bought Continental WinterContact SI Plus 235/45R18. They were on sale, they were $192 CND each at the time. I installed them on my original rims.

[@schrodingerdiscovery]

Thank you for this video and for the awesome content on this channel ! Subscribed ! I am in a bit of a conundrum. I live in Minnesota with similar winter conditions. And to add to that, I live in an apartment with no home charging available. I do have a Supercharger and some Level 2 chargers 10-15 minutes away from my apartment. But that means, I will have to drive to get to the L2/Superchargers in the snow every time. Buying an LR AWD would probably make more sense for me with respect to range, charging frequency and driving in the snow, but the $9K price increase from an SR+ to LR is just too steep. :( I don't commute much usually, so I guess I should still be good with SR+ as long as I charge every 2-3 days and use winter tires. Thankfully, my apartment has an underground heated garage, so at least I wouldn't have to park the SR+ in the cold outside. In your opinion, do you think it would be a bad decision to get an SR+ given my situation ?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Really appreciate the kind comment. Means a lot. As for SR+ over LR. Here in Canada because of rebates it’s 14k difference between the two. For 9k I would really consider upgrading. However if it’s just not possible, unless you commute more then 200km the SR+ will be an amazing car for you 363 days of the 365. You might have to charge a bit more during really really bad snowy days. Listen. I still have my SR+ and love it. Would I want more range and faster car. Well yeah but I’m not upgrading anytime soon unless I win the lottery. The SR+ meets all my need and I have to problem recommending it to anyone. Specially if it’s Tesla or something else. Make the jump. You’ll love it

[@herozero12th]

I recommend standard plus model3 for Canadian ownership. Because I am an owner of it since last summer..no issues with winter tires on. Plus I gone through 7 winters with a 2000 Mazda miata..no issues either. Save 15g compares to all wheel drive model3,as long as you dont need that much range.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Couldn't agree more, if you don't travel over 200km per day, a SR+ is a great option in the winter season. Heating your car up from anywhere is also amazing during winter time.

[@shannaculhane2375]

Can you tell me how it does on steep hills in winter? Driveway is very steep so this is my concern! Thanks

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Put on some winter tires and you’ll be just fine. We have some pretty bad winters here and I’ve gotten stuck….. 0 times. Good Winter tires are key.

[@Korruptor711]

weird.... I'm looking up SR+ information but I was going to look up archery information today, too, because I'm interested in trying it out 😁

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

It was so much fun. Highly recommend both the Tesla ans archery 😀

[@themak105]

Man thank you so much for this video. I live near Toronto and the winter roads look a bit less harsh than what you’ve shown in this video. You’ve given me a lot more confidence in my purchase, which is coming in July. Thanks a bunch

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

You’ll love it. Thanks for the awesome comment.

[@MrGoogle87]

I’m curious: My SR+ from 3 months ago now only shows 344-346km at 100% after 13.000km in The Netherlands (nor even had freezing temps on daytime) which is already less then the SR non plus... What does yours do at 90/100?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I'll get back to you tomorrow after I run the test and charge to 100%.

[@MrGoogle87]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD Thanks, you can also already check it in the app, when you move the slider it shows “km” left in the app on the battery indicator when sliding left to right in app

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Stefan Brand I have mine set to % instead of KM so no go right now. But great tip. Love it.

[@MrGoogle87]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD cool, curious to know what yours does

[@MHdollrevievs]

The rated EPA range is based at +20c light winds(Summer weather in Canada) Your range will come back in the spring.Don't charge to 100% unless your going on a trip and don't leave it charged to 100% for no more than a few very short hours.You can charge every day to 80%(Best) 90%(Okay)

[@kishoreks9410]

I am contemplating buying Tesla model 3 SR+ in March/April this year. This is exactly what I was looking for. Have some questions: 1. Can you buy warranty beyond 4 years? 2. I was told by the Tesla rep that it is recommended to charge for 80% of the battery capacity. Do you think it’s enough to go for long drives( say 400 kms +) given that Canada has less number of charging stations than the states?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

kishore K S on long trips charge to 100%. Not a problem. On a daily commute I charge at 90%. You’ll never actually get 400km. That’s in perfect no wind no climb condition but in Ontario super chargers are popping up really fast. I’m also doing a trip this summer to east Canada and will have no problem charging will all the superchargers. As for the extending warranty. Great question but I’m not sure. I’ll look into it

[@kishoreks9410]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD Thanks! Appreciate your quick response. Glad to know that more super chargers are coming up in Ontario(atleast!) I’ve subscribed to your channel and will be looking forward to your long trip experience in summer. Have fun buddy!

[@urklstad]

Anyone ever look at a date on the video and think to themselves- “oh this is from the before times.”

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Huh?

[@banana-wc5uo]

Man you earned the respect of every canadian because your driveway was clean after snow

[@the_batmobile0.4]

To be it's not bad winter so far in Canada compared to what we usually get

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

That is true more ice than snow so far here.

[@myTM3RWD]

Thanks for sharing man! I live in the Okanagan, and it’s good to see videos like this one. I’m waiting on my SR+ delivery, which should be here late October, or early November.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

You will love it! Congrats on your purchase and a big thank you for the awesome kind words. Means a lot.

[@myTM3RWD]

@@TeslaCanadianDad I fell in love with it about two and a half years ago after a test drive. Not a problem my brother, let me know if you’re ever in my neck of the woods.

[@patthetech]

I like the $10k less price, and I drive my truck in rwd 90% of the time anyway, I just can't abide the fact I can't even get groceries on "one tank", even in summer (~500km round trip to closest costco, no chargers along route) maybe someday

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

That’s one long trip to the store. Wow.

[@patthetech]

@@TeslaCanadianDad Yep. the "joys" of Northern AB :p (500km would include the trip to the city and the running around, not just straight costco and back)

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

That’s a lot of driving. One day for sure but not just yet like you said for EVs

[@OvenBak3d360]

Just a FYI in most states in the US doing what you suggest kind of screwing around in a parking lot is illegal in this video very likely could cause somebody to get a reckless driving ticket

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Even if the parking lot is empty and no one is around? That sucks if so.

[@OvenBak3d360]

@@TeslaCanadianDad yup they will nail you the moment you hit the road

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

It’s such a good way to know how your car feels and behaves for real life situations. I make my wife go in a parking lot when she gets a new car even if she doesn’t want to and she’s thank me for it.

[@OvenBak3d360]

@@TeslaCanadianDad oh I do it too but know police don’t like it lol

[@Kovalevchuk]

Great video. i have 2 daughters about the same age. Any concerns with the white interior with kids/mess? How is it holding up?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Kovalevchuk haha. Everyone called me crazy for getting white with two you kids. I so don’t regret it. Looks so nice and I just have baby wipes in my center console when needed. Cleans so easily. If you like the white go do it for sure. Thanks for subscribing btw. 👍

[@revans7240]

How are the white seats with kids? I'd think mud from boots, Cheeto orange fingers, etc would be a disaster. I ordered my M3 2 weeks ago and settled for the black seats bc I know they wouldn't stay white for long.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

They actually are super easy to clean, I keep baby wipes in the car if ever needed and have had 0 issues cleaning any maybe mud or sticky things the girls bring in the car. LOVE my white seats and SOOOOO don't regret them... Congrats on your new car. You will love it!!!!

[@revans7240]

@@TeslaCanadianDad I couldn't help myself....I contacted Tesla today and upgraded to the white seats! They look so nice.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Ohhhhh ya. That’s awesome. Happy for you man. I alway say if you like the look of the black ones more that’s fine but if you like the white ones more (why would anyone not like them right?!) go with the white ones. It’s not as dirty as everyone thinks.

[@jhop72]

Thanks for sharing! I'm considering buying this exact model in Alberta in the spring.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Appreciate you watching. You will love it man. Enjoy 😀

[@svenjorgenson3224]

You people do realize that at one time ALL vehicles were rear wheel drive, you simply adjust your driving habits. Simple.

[@TheTomasN]

Thank you fir the great video.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Thanks Tomas. Appreciate that. Let me know if you have any questions. 😀

[@akspartan1]

Do you recommend it to people who dont have garages in Quebec?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Sorry I missed your comment, I would make sure to have at least level 2 charging available and drive less than 200km per day. If so then yes!!! You will love it!

[@akspartan1]

Level 2? Is that the 700$ charger ? Or the nema 14-50?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

A K both. Nema 14-50 charges at 52km per hour for me.

[@akspartan1]

I was only thinking of buying the 700$ charger because Tesla rep told me the one in the car isnt waterproof and the car will be outside all winter

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

A K I would have to check on that. Haven’t heard that before but could be true.

[@Bercik87]

Liked and commented for algorithm (and you :P). Great editing buddy. I love those animations during Archery Lessons. Cutest daughters too! If I were you I'd pick up long range awd. We also have cold winters here AND snow. Degradation during winter time is one of annoyances in EV's - it's not a killer but one must be aware of that. Having garage here and at work is a bless - but unfortunately not everyone is that privileged :(

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Hopefully one day but I couldn't justify an extra 15k for AWD LR. Thank you so much for the kind words really appreciate the support. I agree having the garage both at work and home really helps.

[@Bercik87]

@Tesla Canadian Dad TCD oh and I forgot - kudos for using winter tires! Sooooo many people are ignorant about that thing. Have a great day o/

[@garyco766]

Yeah, losing range is a pain, but the thing that I find more irritating is when the regen breaking is impaired due to the cold and I actually have to use my breaks =(

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Gary CO losing regen does suck. Most annoying thing about winter driving I agree!!! One foot driving isn’t talked about enough. Game changer.

[@MrWTFish]

So should i buy one mid range 🤔

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Buy the most range you can afford.

[@MrWTFish]

@@TeslaCanadianDad is it good for everyday use aswell? Do you recommend or u recommend a second car

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

1000%

[@MrWTFish]

@@TeslaCanadianDad i have a small question: in the winter when i park my car outside of my work for 8h, how much % of the battery do you lose because of the winter? Thank you

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I don’t park my car outside very much in the winter. Unless I go to Senators game where it’s outside for about 4 hours in the middle of winter and I barely see any phantom range loss during that time. Maybe 1% or 2%

[@pbentsonable]

There is a setting for extra traction in the settings. And you did great without it.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Slip start. Great for when you get stuck in snow. I only had to use it once so far. 👍😀

[@pbentsonable]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD that’s it. Couldn’t think of the name. Good to know you have had such good luck.

[@MrGoogle87]

Do you have a link to the efficiency table you shortly pointed to?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

teslacanadiandad.com/assets/images/tesla-range-chart.jpg

[@MrGoogle87]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD thank you. It’s the LR chart actually, sr+ is more efficient but range loss wise it’s probably the same

[@middlehot]

In winter its half of what the cluster show

[@nelq8186]

Thanks for the video man. I was thinking of the SR RWD version but winter was a big factor. I live in Montreal so same weather as you, knowing it can handle it, I guess I’ll order one soon!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Happy to help. You won’t regret it. Almost 3 years with my SR+ and still love it!!

[@MeetHaoLi]

Hha im kinda late

[@willaerley7140]

How is your paint holding up? Any PPF?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Will Aerley no issues so far. No PPF. I want to wrap it this coming summer for a unique color. Nothing crazy.

[@yuriyork8094]

What kind of winter tires you have?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Continental WinterContact SI Plus 235/45R18

[@gp2003gt]

What brand and model tire do you have on your model 3 ?

[@paulgenest4702]

Greetings from Montreal, this was just the video I was looking for thanks! Incentives here in Qc add up to $13k with both provincial and federal so the SR+ seems like a no brainer!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

I agree. I envy you guys. Such a steal at that price in my opinion. Congrats on your future purchase and really appreciate you watching and subscribing. Means a lot. 👍😃

[@snosilmoht]

Paul - Did you end up getting the SR+? I'm from MTL too, and on the fence about trading in my Subaru for the SR+ but nervous to do so.

[@Arch0300]

Awesome video bud keep them coming

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Appreciate the kind words. Thank you and I will 😀👍

[@k.khehra4129]

You sound exactly like Doug Ford! Great video overall though! ✌️

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Not sure how to take this comment lol. Massive insult followed by a complement. 😂

[@Sepharite]

Awesome video and great drone shots.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Sepharite thanks Sepharite. Loving the new Mavic Mini. Hope you consider subscribing. Really appreciate the kind words.

[@weldthefuture9833]

Hi what brand of snow tire you are using?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

weld the future Continental WinterContact SI Plus 235/45R18

[@weldthefuture9833]

Thank you! Awesome video

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Thanks man. Really appreciate that.

[@lanfrancopignoli5553]

3:10 cool drifting

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Lanfranco Pignoli credit goes to my brother there. I was flying the drone while he was driving.

[@lanfrancopignoli5553]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD 🤙🤙🤙

[@SergeSeguin]

Thanks

[@LaBambaCL]

7:00 range loss by month. 30% loss in winter.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

That is going from Garage to garage. Thanks for watching LaBambaC :)

[@Blah-blah-sure]

Tesla Canadian Dad TCD ok clue me in when does this range loss happen? When charging the vehicle say outdoors in the winter. Or during driving with a full charge?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

When driving. You can still charge to 100% but the range drops as you drive. Depending on how cold and how much snow your driving in.

[@Blah-blah-sure]

@@TeslaCanadianDad thanks for the quick response so it's happens while driving Correct?

[@LaBambaCL]

@@Blah-blah-sure from what i've read, the loss of range happens from many sources. say you charge to "100%" on the meter, the battery will not hold as many kwh's. the battery will have higher internal resistance loss. the battery may require heating to be in temp range (this occurs even if the car is parked somewhere). if you use the heater, thats a lot kwh diverted from range. if you charge the battery, it's slower due to internal resistance. if you are not optimizing, it's easy to lose 50% range in sub -10C temp. my 2 bits :)

[@Torahobservantisrael]

Lol “break” test just letting you know it’s brake.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

👍 thanks

[@carll693]

What winter tires are you using?

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Carl L I have the Hakkapilita R3. really appreciate you watching and subscribing. If you have any other question let me know. Happy to help. 😀

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

nickage87 you probably can but don’t recommend it for places like here where we get a lot of snow in the winters. I would say it depends on the amount of snow you get. You’ll have to buy new tires at one point anyways right so having two sets just extends when you’ll have to buy new all season tires if you think about it.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

You mostly get less than a few inches of snow? If so you should be fine. We get a few feet of snow on really bad days lol. Last winter wasn’t so bad.

[@hectorkatz5568]

thanks for interesting info

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I’ll never buy front wheel drive again, because you can’t climb a steep slippery hill when your weight is transferred to the back wheels.

[@brandonott7258]

I have climbed many hills in reverse in my civic hahahaha. Some of which other cars couldn’t make it up. It’s a $500 car so you have to substitute some crazy to make it sometimes.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Brandon Ott That’s definitely the best way to get up a steep hill in a fwd car! You’re a very smart man, Brandon Ott!

[@brandonott7258]

Mitchell Barnow thanks :) Really want a Tesla bad though, gonna try to get a Sr+ this year. Live in Oklahoma so weather isn’t too bad most of the time.

[@jdnrotterdam2150]

I need that car so bad in my life

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Yes, yes you do :D Thanks for watching JDN

[@jdnrotterdam2150]

But i’m not successful enough to own a tesla.. so i have to do it with a cheaper EV and a hybride... :-( they say be happy with what you got. I am! Enjoy my cars but i think every day about driving in a model 3. I never sit in one. One big dream

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

JDN Rotterdam depending on your location, you could always join a Facebook Tesla group and ask for a ride. Most people are more then happy to show off there Tesla’s. Just a thought. :)

[@jdnrotterdam2150]

That would be a nice birthday gift for me. ! Yes there is someone here in the netherlands with an model s that let you drive for 15 minutes for €70 .. and you even have to go to him for that.. You see very much people with tesla’s here in Holland specially model 3’s. that’s makes it more frustrating how do all those people do that!? The live in the same house like i live in the same town... even one in the same street. Charging points are also good here. In every street is a public charger with 2 inputs for the people that can’t charge at the house ( like me) no drive way. . And on the highways we have fast chargers and tesla chargers.

[@lycakito1814]

Thanks my friend, I have SR+ in UK and I'm down in the southern part and although we rarely get snow like that here... it's nice to know how it handles! We do get icy roads and hardly anyone uses 'Winter tyres' so it makes it a little more scary when we do get the ice. (winter tyres for here - probably only 2 weeks of the year you'd used them). Rain is our issue and lots of it usually. I've driven lots of rear wheel cars since driving but this is the first rear wheel with this much power - so far since August, zero unpredictable events. When it kicks out, I find it's minimal!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Lycakito awesome. Looks like your enjoying the M3 as much as me!!! Thanks for the comments and hope to hear from you again. 😀👍

[@technotoaster]

Same here in Scotland. Found this video to watch the RWD M3 drive in the snow. Winter tyres seem to make a difference, but would like to see a video with the standard summer tyres Michelin Pilot 4’s

[@TobyFl83]

Very helpful video. Thank you and greetings from Germany!

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

knubbel83 really appropriate your comments. Hi from across the world 🌎

[@TigerKurdish]

I drive a BMW 3 series RWD with winter tires and I beat all the FWDs easily. BMW is solid it really sticks to the road.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Still loving your BMW? Ever tried a tesla? ;) BTW big fan of BMW too. Just curious

[@TigerKurdish]

@@TeslaCanadianDad I do for sure, but would love to get a Cybertruck! If they update the model 3 in battery day in September I would consider. I Like the model Y as well but it's little over priced. Cybertruck in other hand would be awesome I would buy today if it was available

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

@@TigerKurdish My cousin is getting it and I can't wait for him to bring it to my place for a test drive. It's such. a great price for what you get, I just had to get used to the look of it... It's grown on me. :)

[@jameswebb5080]

I remember back in the 1980's when a lot of front wheel cars were coming out there were lots of warnings about driving them in slushy conditions (from the steering wheels spinning and going sideways). Really it mostly depends on what you are familiar with driving.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

James Webb ya. Just takes a bit of time to get used to it and bam no problem. Thanks for the comment James. Much appreciated. :)

[@AbhijotSolanki]

Keep up the good work dude. Currently waiting for my model 3 LR.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Abhijot Solanki thanks man. Means a lot. Man that waiting for it to arrive feels so long but so worth it!!! Enjoy!! I’m sure you will love it

[@shernaj255]

You know what. I would subscribe to channels who would give you the answer at the beginning of the video and then explain why. Maybe this folks don’t do it to maximize their ads played in one video, but I am sure you would get more followers.

[@TeslaCanadianDad]

Appreciate the feedback. I was trying something a bit different. Always trying to improve and make better videos. Appreciate you being respectful in your criticism... I'm serious not everyone is this respectful when a video isn't is thing. Just an FYI, money isn't the reason trust me. No money has been made on this channel. ;)