The Only Real Maintenance The Tesla Requires

[@robmotiveplus]

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[@bruceleonard81]

I bought a model y to drive 55 miles to work each day and back. I put about 30,000 miles a year on it. So I am rotating tires like 7500 miles. Every 3 months. Love this car

[@JacksonWalter735]

What tires do you use? I had the OEM Michelin MXM4 Primacy on mine, but the tread is already 4/32 at 18,000 miles. I’m trying to plan ahead and find a tire that lasts longer. I was going to get the MXM4 Primacy again, but they start at an 8 or 8.5/32 tread depth brand new when other tires starts at 10/32 or more

[@bruceleonard81]

@ I have the continental tires. They seem to do a great job so I will continue to buy them

[@LoganX00]

​@@JacksonWalter735Not sure if you already do this but I have the car in chill mode 99% of the time now and that's helped with tire wear for me

[@robmotiveplus]

@LoganX00 I’ll have to try it. I never use that mode.

[@martinmorgan9]

It kind of stands to reason that if you use the potential Lambourgine performance, you'll chew through tyres at an similar rate!

[@alexmills3119]

For years I was like whatever. Now, I see I drive really no more than 50 - 60 miles a day and I have watched what you tubers say about there experiences, I am looking forward to buying one. I used to be a "never electric car guy".

[@robmotiveplus]

They are awesome. I’ll never not have one👍

[@jacobheinz8236]

I bought a M3 last year. I was also a sceptic of Er before. Now l hope I will never have to buy an ice car ever again. Just being honest here,

[@That-Guy_]

I have had a Tesla Model 3 rwd for over 2 years. Drive 80 to 120 miles a day. Best car I have ever owned and has saved me over $8k in fuel costs so far.

[@mhfs61]

Tesla are not like any other electric car. Unless they screw up, I won’t drive any other brand. I used to be a big Audi fan. Still like their body designs. Their interiors are too crowded for my taste.

[@eDiesel18]

I was all about high reving manual transmission sports cars. My Model Y Performance has me never going back. It is quite a life changing experience.

[@billhomer9296]

Well I bought a model Y performance delivered March 2023 ,, I now have 45000kms on it and still have 1/3 tread on the tyres from factory brand new and on the performance you can't rotate the tyres as reartyres are different size to the front ,,so all I've done is fill up windscreen wipers bottle and never a service needed so I'm 100% happy and car still performance is the same as the day it was delivered,, Go Tesla,,

[@robmotiveplus]

Absolutely 👍

[@markanthony5719]

We bought the Y LR RWD in June. Not having to stop at a gas station is nice. Not having to worry about scheduling an oil change is a relief. 😅

[@GUESSGUY-y1t]

But i bet insurance isn't a LOL 😅😅😂😂😂

[@robmotiveplus]

@GUESSGUY-y1t My insurance is the same as my ICE vehicles.

[@GUESSGUY-y1t]

​@@robmotiveplusfull coverage or liability?😊

[@robmotiveplus]

Full coverage.

[@markanthony5719]

@@GUESSGUY-y1t huh? 🤔 insurance isn’t bad at all. And we only have 3K left until it’s paid off. So I’m really good thank you. 🤣

[@martinhoogenraad4527]

I'm a easy driver in my M3 Longrange 2019. Chill is it called. I did 170.000km in 5 years without any maintenance. Only changed interior filters and tyres. Tyres last for 55/60.000 km, brakes are perfect and need no maintenance. I did change the regen setting to low to save the brake disks. They started to corrode because i never brake. Now i have to brake sometimes so they are used and this prevents corrosion. They are as new again after two mounts of use with this setting. Perfect car! Battery still perfect with 9% degredation and stable the last year. Never charge unnecessary high, so always around 50/60% except with long trips.

[@robmotiveplus]

Great to hear 👍

[@duncancairncross]

Tyre rotation! This is an American thing - cars can wear tyres faster on the front or the back - in which case you replace the tyres in pairs BUT if the car wears the tyres differently right to left or across the tread then there is an alignment issue which needs to be fixed

[@Rhaman68]

Not sure what you mean but having tires with similar tread wear allows for safer handling vs new tires up front, worn ones in the rear axle. Annual tire rotation is also an opportunity for inspection of the tires by a professional. Thanks.

[@lenimbery7038]

Re brakes: Tesla recommends you do a few hard brakings every few weeks to keep them occasionally moving as they're getting such minimal use with the regen

[@robmotiveplus]

Good to know👍

[@foshizzlemanizzle4753]

Do you know if pressing the brakes while stationary would help at all? Perhaps that gets enough fluid movement without wearing out the pads and rotors?

[@JetFire9]

@@foshizzlemanizzle4753LOL

[@davidhumphreys9938]

@@foshizzlemanizzle4753That will not help as the issue is rotor corrosion so you need to press the brake pedal hard whilst driving to remove the surface corrosion on the rotors.

[@IDNHANTU2day]

Don't worry. If you drive in FSD mode, the car is using the brakes.

[@fizzix6401]

2022 Model Y with 45k miles. Tire replacement in another 5k or so. So far one set of wiper blades and washer fluid three times. That is the total of all maintenance. Lifetime 272 w/mi. and I love to play with it so it is not pampered. Brakes look pristine. It IS time to replace the brake fluid. It absorbs water whether it is used or not.

[@ericchang7759]

The only other maintenance item is windshield wipers. Also a DIY item. Might add comment, once I told my wife to not accelerate (use a mild touch of pedal to reducing regen braking) through corners, and gentler acceleration through straights, was getting ~85% rated mileage of tires. We have 107k miles over 3.5 years. Near to getting our third set of tires. We rotated every 10k.

[@flattire707]

I find your evaluation matches my two years with my Model 3 exactly. You might turn off you fan during recording.

[@janheckman1408]

In Europe, it is recommended to use the brakes from time to time while driving on the Autobahn, because otherwise the brake pads may start to rust.

[@robmotiveplus]

Yup, Tesla recommends using them for the same reason.

[@garydmercer]

My tires cost $1200 to replace on my Tesla model 3. Your comment that tires can be purchase for $150 had me scratching my head. I did my homework and shopped for a good tire are price here in Ca.

[@Joelo139]

Depends on if you’re rocking the 18 inch wheels and looking for pretty standard wheels like Michelin primacy’s or if you have a performance model with the 20 inch wheels and looking for Pzeros or Michelin pilot sport 4s… the base model tires are around $200 each.

[@M13x13M]

More like $320 each.

[@johncahill3644]

Of course you can buy less expensive tires for your Tesla...it’s a car, they’re just tires. I just looked at Tire Rack and you can buy tires for a Model 3 anywhere from $150 to $300 each. Take your pick (just like any other car). PS it’s true that the stock Michelin’s have a sound deadening layer...you don’t need that, and in fact you can buy the same tire without the layer for $20 less.

[@M13x13M]

With those 19"' or 20" wheels tires are a lot more critical. My came with sound reduction and run flat Contees. Tesla's don't have a spare tie!

[@thehound5794]

Like all electric vehicles Teslas eat through tires because they’re so heavy. The ownership cost of one of these overly complicated electric vehicles is generally more than a normal car especially if it’s a Tesla because you have to take it to Tesla to get it fixed

[@martinmorgan9]

At last - someone has answered this important question about the difference between ICE and (in this case) Teslas, but I'd imagine there's also much less maintenance on any BEV.

[@epcalderhead]

Lexani UHP-207 18" tires. Ran these on our Bolt for a year as a test. Put these on my Model 3 about 6k miles ago when the OEMs were done. ~$70. Amazing tire for the price.

[@brendanpells912]

Brake fluid should be changed every 2 years, because it absorbs moisture from the air regardless of how much you use the brakes. No mention of inspecting suspension joints, CV joints, for split boots or perished rubber.

[@JetFire9]

For the first 100k miles, it’s everything and more than a modern ICE car, except an annual oil change. Tesla need more and more expensive tires and cabin filters, which causes more costs than oil changed. Cabin filters because they designed it poorly.

[@DiscThrowr]

@@JetFire9 This is not my experience. I have 44K miles on my EV after 2 years. My spouse's Outback is 15% lighter and has the same cargo capacity and passenger capacity. Her tires where $1000 at 32K miles on the OEM tires. They were totally shot. The treadwear warranty is 50K on the new tires. Oh, I do rotate and rebalance all my vehicle tires at 7,500 miles. My EV OEM tires were replaced at 36K miles and they probably could have driven them to 40K, but because of the monsoonal rain storms we now get I replaced them early. The performance EV tires I bought cost about with tax $1,100 with a treadwear warranty of 50K. So they cost 10% more yet the tires are way better than what went on the Outback. If you want the tires to last, don't punch it from a red light or stop sign. I replaced the cabin air filters at 2 years with HEPA filters and the original filters were pretty clean. I purchased them on Amazon and it was only slightly more money than buying the Outback cabin air filter at AutoZone which BTW needs to replace every year as opposed to every 2 years so the ICE vehicle cabin air filter costs more over the life of the vehicle.. Most cars will need brake replacements by 70K. Sometimes it involves both pads and rotors. Not cheap. I can only speak to Subarus since over the last 2 decades that is what we have been driving. That said, before those vehicles had 100K miles we've had muffler replacements, wheel bearing failures, brake servicing, transmission issues and recalls that required taking the car into the service department. With the Tesla, all recalls since 2022 have been over the air updates. In 44K miles I have had no issues with the EV. If you own a Honda, your costs are likely to be less however those oil changes add up especially if you get the dealer to perform them. BTW, no one I know only puts only 7.5K miles on their vehicle so the annual oil change is inaccurate. Most put 12K miles or more so it is likely to be 2 oil changes per year.

[@thehound5794]

The freaking system is sealed. How’s it going to absorb water? Tesla is just saying this to rip off their customers. Elon Musk is not a good guy and he’s crazy

[@adambakkam1527]

Model 3 says no rear motor tranny oil change at all. Not sure how to change as it is already 5+ years now. Also, when I bought it was supposed to charge up to 326 miles but now 100% will go only up to 270 or 273. But normally change only 80% so the actual range come down hard. For in city, local , perfect 2nd car.

[@JasonK-o2p]

Hey Rob, great recap of maintenance. I wanted to add I have a 2022 Model 3 and brought it in to Tesla for the 2 year maintenance (tire rotation, clean and lub breaks, air filter). I'm at 14,000 miles and live in the Midwest. They did clean/lub the breaks and changed the air filters, but determined that my tread across all 4 tires was even, so no rotation needed. I should note that I do drive "normal" mostly because I have the Tesla Insurance and want to keep that score as close to 100 as possible.

[@cyborgLIS]

Does Tesla have complimentary maintenance?

[@robmotiveplus]

@cyborgLIS Not sure what maintenance they’d comp?

[@JasonK-o2p]

@@cyborgLIS Haven't seen any complimentary maintenance as of yet.

[@theelect777]

On the tire wear, it’s not just the torque and how you drive that wear tires faster (that does matter for sure, big contributors); but it’s also the weight of the vehicle and the center of gravity of that weight. Teslas are heavy. Even the model 3 performance is about 300-600 lbs more heavy curb weight than a comparable sized sedan. More weight = more friction, combined with that torque and these tires wear fast. By the way: Performance model tires are much more expensive by the way. Closer to $450/tire for Michellin or Pirelli. You don’t want to skimp on replacement tires, whether you are long range slow driver or a performance acceleration junky. Traction is super important for stability, safety, and acceleration. Where you live (like more or less snow/ice on roads) would be a major factor in deciding what type of tire to put on next.

[@stevejordan-fd1om]

I had a technician come to my house to rotate tires at 10,000 miles. He said you must drive nice because you should wait until 15,000 miles. He came back at 15k & rotated for $55 . What a great convenience !

[@robmotiveplus]

Wow! I didn't know they did that! Very convenient!

[@MH-Tesla]

I've got 100,000 miles after just 16 months. Should i get the suspension checked? Oh, and i do the cabin air filter every 50k miles. They are noticably dirty by them but not horrible. Don't forget to clean of the air conditioner coils (or fins or whatever they are called?)

[@laurabodycombe7998]

I have a 2021 Model Y. I had the cabin air filter replaced twice and bought one new set of tires. That’s it.

[@pauldaggett6759]

Thanks for the great overview!! My 2024 Model 3 now has about 3000 miles so I have been thinking about maintenance although nothing has been needed so far. I live in the northwest with lots of rain so I wash the car frequently to protect the beautiful paint!!

[@bnelson1329]

You still need to change the coolant that cools the batteries.

[@randallupton3622]

If you want a Model Y cabin filter change I’ll be doing mine in the next week to 10 days. A year old but getting a musty smell. Tire rotation is important. Windshield washer fluid yes, and wipers may need to be replaced.

[@robmotiveplus]

That would be great. Let me know.

[@DC-cm5ts]

59,000 miles on my 2018 M3 LR before replacing tires. Rotated tires maybe 3 times.

[@Rocket2me]

It’s my understanding that the 12 v battery needs to be replaced about every 3 to 3-1/2 years. Better to do this proactively so as to not have a breakdown. What has others’ experience been?

[@lawrencecoleman6998]

Little issue we had with tire rotation is ensure whoever rotates the tires puts the pressure sensor back on the original side. On our Y we saw that the drivers left tire was getting low and yet it looked and measured fine, when actually the rear other side tire was the one that was going down. Ended up driving on the tire wall for too long and had to replace the tire. If our tire shop had put the pressure sensor back to the original tire this wouldn’t have happened.

[@robmotiveplus]

Good to know👍

[@aaronbounds1336]

1:50 - I have found that the cabin air filters start to stink after about 15 - 20K miles. Per annum time hasn’t been the best way for me to keep track of cabin air filters, as I drive about 35K miles per year, or 2.5X the average American milage. Time on filter is the best measure. Even if the filters look fine they still tend to create quite the stench after 20K miles. Need to do a deep clean of condenser coils with multiple germ killing chemicals and replace both filters to get rid of tue smell. Same for the HEPA filter.

[@walidoutaleb7121]

Apparently the hvac in the m3 traps a lot of moisture causing mold to form. running your ac at the hottest setting for 30min a few times per week will dry out most of the moisture and mitigate the issue.

[@dathyr1]

Thanks for your Tesla maintenance information and what needs to be done and when. I am Retired and only drive my Model Y around town. I am pretty easy on driving the vehicle so tires should last me quite a while. I do single pedal regen braking, so should not have any problems with brake pads. Also have not needed to use the window washer fluid- usually drive this vehicle in good weather. But the other items mentioned in the video, will have to keep them in mind to do and when to do them. Thanks for the video. Take care.

[@robmotiveplus]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@GoatieDK]

You know the Tesla's have oil and filter, for the motors (there is actually gears inside the motor).... I can't seem to find when that has to changed... some say 80k miles, some say 250k miles..... going into service mode and testing, my cabin air filters was as 99% efficiency, but my hepa filter (the one out at the front) was only at 78% efficiency..... no oil will keeps its elasticity forever....

[@ellenroehl6022]

2023 Model Y. 35k miles. Tires still look good. Added washer fluid a couple of times.

[@robmotiveplus]

Can’t beat that👍

[@jeffery672002]

Not only torque but weight also causes faster tire wear. These cars are heavy! Be careful with performance rims and low-profile tires. It's extremely easy to damage your rims.

[@YouTubeSwick]

Keep up the good work 👍

[@robmotiveplus]

Thanks👍

[@spacecadet1249]

You forgot to add air to the tires as needed. 😊

[@cabforwardooo9983]

One thing that was not discussed is the battery that runs the computer and display. I'm unsure about when it should be replaced, but it doesn't last forever.

[@robmotiveplus]

Typically those types of batteries outlast the device they’re in.

[@cabforwardooo9983]

@ It’s a standard lead acid battery. It lasts longer than those used in ICE vehicles, but not forever. Others have reported them failing, and when they do there is no way to run the car. I’ve had my Model 3 for three years, so it’s on my radar.

[@spicycoco1]

@@cabforwardooo9983 Since at least 2023 (if not sooner) the small battery is Lithium ion. So it'll last a lot longer.

[@ChosenMJ]

​@@cabforwardooo9983Those lead acid batteries have been phased out for the new, smaller solid state units. I think they started putting them in the 2023 year models.

[@perlaursen1885]

I accelerated like crazy in the beginning. Now I know I can beat any Gassler, so I dont do that anymore, unless there is an emergency. I now drive with one foot only, almost never use the brake pedal, and am still good on the original tires, that have droven 50.000 km. Per in Denmark. 😎🇩🇰

[@robmotiveplus]

Great to hear👍

[@jacksonbangs6603]

As a Chevrolet Bolt EV driver these are good tips to keep in mind. Also make sure to not leave accessories plugged into the car. I did this and it just drained the starter battery. Without that starter battery my Bolt would not start. This is an extreme example of phantom drain. Good video.

[@robmotiveplus]

Good point if you’re dependent on a battery to start the vehicle 👍

[@hgodtx]

In a recent software update Tesla changed the behavior of all utility plugs. Now when you leave the car all the 12 volt and USB sockets power down!

[@davec1034]

Thank you. You have cleared up the questions I had.

[@robmotiveplus]

Glad to help👍

[@BillyBadass-c8m]

People complaining about tire wear have never owned anything performance related so they don't know. The slowest standard range rwd version model 3 gets low 13's in the 1/4 mile! My 06 Mustang GT 5speed barely got into the 13's! If your use to driving a prius then yea tire wear seems like a lot lol.

[@alexd302]

Got our M3 LR in 2020. Had to replace the 12V battery last year (not a big deal) otherwise other than windscreen washer fluid, have had zero maintenance. Tyres have done 35000 miles and still have plenty of life left. I have rotated them once; guess I better do it again soon! I replaced the interior filter myself. Amazing cars, would never dream of going back to ICE.

[@robmotiveplus]

Great to hear👍

[@sargfowler9603]

As a Brit, I understand that the USA doesn't have an annual check on cars, or an MOT in Britain. Is this part of the reason that Tesla says their cars don't need a lot of maintenance?

[@robmotiveplus]

Depends on what state you are in. Some require annual inspections although they are definitely not comprehensive.

[@sargfowler9603]

@@robmotiveplus I thought so. I think this is the reason people don't think Teslas need any maintenance whatsoever and they drive them around without ever having anyone look them. It's become an urban myth.

[@robmotiveplus]

@sargfowler9603 Compared to ICE vehicles it’s certainly a lot less…but not completely maintenance free.

[@frankcoffey]

The tire wear thing seems to be a myth. My Model 3 came with the same make, model, and size tire I had on a Cadillac ATS and they lasted 1/3 more miles on the Tesla. The only difference was the ATS ran at 36 psi and the Tesla requires 42 psi. Could that be the reason they lasted longer on the Tesla?

[@robmotiveplus]

I think it all depends on the habits of the driver.

[@frankcoffey]

@ In this case same driver same metro area, all things equal.

[@enricowashington5997]

No myth. You are absolutely wrong. My watt hours per mile is typically 230, lifetime for 51k miles of 263 on a long range 2021 Model 3 and I have had to replace the tires twice. If my driving habits were bad my wh/mile would be much worse. I try to drive as efficiently as I can and it still ate through my tires. On the last replace, I switched to chill mode. Hoping that will make them last longer. But the problem is not a myth and there is a lot of misinformation out there which sets up new Tesla owners to be let down. Easy to blame it on someone’s driving habits which is why I shared my wh/mile. Let’s keep it based on fact

[@robmotiveplus]

It’s a theory. Without driving in the seat next to you I couldn’t say🤔

[@frankcoffey]

@@enricowashington5997 Dude, I don't do any spirted driving and my Cadillac ATS wore out those tires in 20k. No cupping, no edge wear, just worn flat. On the Tesla they lasted more than 30k. Same brand model and size tire. It has to be the extra PSI that made them last longer. The weight difference of the cars is not that much.

[@batticha462]

I have a Tesla 3 for over 3 years and 14,000 km on the odometer and I still haven't replaced the air conditioning filter. The air conditioning works great and there is no unpleasant odor. Do I still need to replace it?

[@robmotiveplus]

Have a look at it. If it’s still clean I’d say no.

[@batticha462]

@@robmotiveplus Thank you, I will do it

[@GaryWHarmon]

Had to replace my Tesla Y Performance tires at 14,580 miles. Discount tire told me that most people do it around 12,000 miles on the Performance model. Tires cost about $480 each. Ouch! I am an old guy, almost 80, I don't think I drive or accelerate fast.

[@robmotiveplus]

That’s a bummer!

[@lkendrix7782]

Which tires do you recommend?

[@robmotiveplus]

No idea! I have a 2024 and haven’t had a need to look yet.

[@MaxilentProductions]

You’ll want to get tires made for EVs. The tire will specify if it was made for EVs or not. Also if you’re driving in snow you want snow tires, makes a gigantic difference no matter what car you drive.

[@harryherber2971]

Very simple maintenance. What about when you get up to 50k or 75k miles? What do you do then?

[@robmotiveplus]

As recommended by Tesla: Service Intervals Tesla recommends the following maintenance items and intervals, as applicable to your vehicle, to ensure continued reliability and efficiency of your Model 3. For additional information on vehicle alerts, see Troubleshooting Alerts. Brake fluid health check every 4 years (replace if necessary)*. A/C desiccant bag replacement every 4** years. Cabin air filter replacement every 2 years. Clean and lubricate brake calipers every year or 12,500 miles (20,000 km) if in an area where roads are salted during winter. Rotate tires every 6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater, whichever comes first.

[@martinmarkmarkovics7754]

After 15k kms (9300 miles) on the original michelin e-primacy summer tires I had 0,5 mm (0,019 inch) difference between the two (being less depth on the back). It's not a big deal if you don't follow that strictly the recommendation, you can just rotate it on the next season all fine. HL LR

[@Tundraalex]

The stock tires on my 2023 M3 lasted 50k miles before i changed them.

[@michealmoore2960]

I had heard a tire change at the dealership was $3,000 a full set, so glad to hear. What tire is recommended built by Michelin, or a best brand?

[@robmotiveplus]

Wow! That’s absurd.

[@Dontslaythybroski]

Thanks!❤

[@MrCocoriver]

50k coolant change?

[@vincentrobinette1507]

Yes. Electric vehicles actually use coolant, which circulates through the motor stators, the inverters, and between the battery cells. The coolant never reaches the high temperatures that it does in a combustion engine, but, it serves an equally vital purpose. The coolant is even used to transfer heat from the motors into the battery, during "preconditioning", prior to DC fast charging.

[@mylesgray3470]

According to my owners manual coolant lasts the life of the car. Still seems like 100k mile replacement would be smart.

[@blurglide]

Is it really worthwhile to rotate tires? I just got a 3 LR RWD, but I was considering just running it until the rears wear out, put the fronts on the back, and rinse and repeat.

[@robmotiveplus]

Depends on how they wear I suppose. Some say that if you replace one (or two) you should replace them all?

[@Secondwind2010]

The more you use the brakes the less you have to clean them. The friction heat cleans them.

[@robmotiveplus]

But the more they'll wear too. It's a fine line I suppose.

[@Secondwind2010]

@@robmotiveplus the brakes should last the life time of the car

[@robmotiveplus]

That depends on how you use them.

[@Secondwind2010]

@ yes

[@jeanraymond9114]

Brakes need regular cleaning in northern climates

[@robmotiveplus]

Thank goodness I live in the South!

[@quintonhorne5152]

I want one to save some money when I retire

[@scottswingle6496]

Good video/info.

[@robmotiveplus]

Thanks.

[@PeterWilliamson-nn9et]

First call your insurance company to see if they will insure it and be sitting down when you get the quote, check the resale value after 2 years, check around on You tube and learn from the experience of others some of the problems with EVs

[@robmotiveplus]

All fear mongering! My insurance is the same as my other ICE vehicles. Resale depends on where you are and vehicle condition (just like ICE vehicles). No idea what you’re talking about concerning problems? Do you work for an oil company? Own a lot of oil stock? SMH 🤔

[@johnhagin4890]

What about the AC service every 6 years??? I have a M3 AWD 2018 which is due and since it is winter I am planning on not getting it done at 6 1/2 years just before summer. Do you have any comments on that?

[@robmotiveplus]

I’d have it done at the 6 year mark. Why wait?

[@mustangdaddy4125]

You won’t get the one pedal driving when FSD is engaged, it uses the brakes😮

[@lindenlee3705]

I don’t think that’s the case, at least you still see the green bar on screen when FSD is engaged

[@mustangdaddy4125]

@ I can feel the brake pedal moving downward and yes the green bar is noticeable. There is some regeneration but the brakes are engaged also. When I use FSD I lightly position my foot against the brake pedal and feel it move down. That’s my experience. Thanks for responding.

[@lindenlee3705]

@@mustangdaddy4125ok, that’s good to know. I just assumed fsd is just like normal driving

[@MH-Tesla]

FSD rarely engages the mechanical breaks at all. The break pedal moves slightly, but this is for driver feedback, it's not actually using breaks unless it has to.

[@edornelas8275]

My car always uses brakes on autopilot or FSD. I generally take my foot off accelerator & coast to a stop but FSD will brake at last minute because it keeps speed until last minute! Drives me crazy because it’s not like a person would normally do!

[@FutureSystem738]

My 2019 M3P has been fabulous- and I have spent almost nothing on maintenance- just cabin filters a few times, and new my tyres have lasted as well as my ICE car. I’ll never buy another ICE car!

[@stevenzanolin8524]

Don’t forget front-end suspension components that wear out prematurely. Just cost me a grand on a model 3

[@robmotiveplus]

How old is the car?

[@BigCountrySo-CaL619]

My 2015 Honda Civic how to get a $8000 transmission put into it a couple months ago.

[@stevenzanolin8524]

2020

[@7_of_9]

So far Windshield wipers fluid for mine 😂😅

[@graciescottsdale]

With traction control and all-wheel drive, rotating the tires is overrated. Model Y and X have staggered wheels, which means no rotating at all.

[@andrerodriguez7603]

I found since the cars are balanced in weight, I never rotated my tires on my 2018 Model 3, they wore evenly on two sets. I always replaced all tires at once with EV style models.

[@graciescottsdale]

@@andrerodriguez7603 Stopped rotating my tires 85,000 miles ago; no noticeable difference in wear.

[@freddymax5256]

@@graciescottsdale It’s an old dealer recommendation to keep you coming in to keep the shop busy.

[@graciescottsdale]

@@freddymax5256 Yes, like changing your oil every 3,000 miles.

[@quintonhorne5152]

One peddle is great

[@robmotiveplus]

I agree👍

[@apterachallenge]

Wait until it's 10 years old. The Tesla Model S which is now 12 years old, has had all kinds of mechanical problems reported by owners. Anything mechanical will eventually fail, and because Teslas are high-performance vehicles which are typically abused by some owners just because of the kick they get out of repeatedly applying maximum power to the drivetrain, that will eventually take its toll.

[@robmotiveplus]

I’d trade it when the battery warranty is over👍

[@Purpose2003]

i pay 130 for each tire

[@Jett-Jackson]

What tires?

[@Purpose2003]

@Jett-Jackson any brand that fits the vehicle that's around that price 2020 tesla model 3 standard range plus

[@Jett-Jackson]

That doesn’t reduce range?

[@Purpose2003]

@Jett-Jackson yes the tires work perfect nothing changes

[@BE55Roberts]

Actually, TESLA recommends burnishing the brakes every so often to ensure that the pads are clean.

[@robmotiveplus]

I haven’t seen that published by Tesla anywhere?

[@adambakkam1527]

Have a Tesla model 3 and the tires go bad every 25K miles even if you drive normally. Model 3 is as heavy as F150. Way too heavy and the torque. These tires are not cheap. Did twice already and it is around 1200- 1500/- each time. If you own this car for 6 years, then budget 4-5K for tires alone. But wife's Rav4 Hybrid 4 years later, the same tires (44K miles) and appears won't need a change before 60K. So Tesla IMHO, 6 to 8 years and change the car. Can't drive like hybrid for 20 years.

[@danielstehura9657]

I get 50,000 on the Michelin tires that come stock on the model three long range rear wheel drive! You drive your car extremely hard accelerate hard you corner hard so enjoy changing tires!!!!

[@danpeltier1354]

i got to try one one day

[@robmotiveplus]

Bring your check book!

[@enricowashington5997]

I’m talking from experience, you can drive normally and it still will eat through tires. I have replaced twice within 50k miles. I have since switched my driving mode to chill which takes away a lot of torque. I’m hoping this makes them last longer. And the EV tires are expensive. Eats away any other savings I would have had and then some. You get what you pay for with tires. If you don’t use what Tesla recommends, you will likely get less performance, more noise, and less range.

[@jeffreymckie3328]

Have model 3 long range with 68,000 miles replaced tires once currently tires still look like new.

[@AthensBlueG35]

Are you driving mostly city, or highway miles? What percentage of the time are you using FSD? What model were you in before - "assertive"? I felt like the FSD drove "like my grandma would" when in "Normal" FSD mode. I imagine Chill mode would be even more cautious and slow?

[@robmotiveplus]

@AthensBlueG35 mostly city for me. This is my first model.

[@enricowashington5997]

@@AthensBlueG35 chill is the acceleration profile. Unrelated to FSD. And I drive more efficient than FSD regardless of acceleration profile

[@enricowashington5997]

@@AthensBlueG35 mostly city driving

[@dallasgombash5381]

fsd = 0 pedal driving

[@IDNHANTU2day]

FSD uses very little regenerative breaking. I can feel it when the car decelerates. Stops are not controlled by yhe car as when I'm driving. So the brakes will need to be serviced almost as much as an ICE car. Unfortunately, 90% of the time I drive using FSD. Because I use Tesla's insurance, I want the car to drive me so as to keep my premium low. They can't say I'm a bad driver if the Tesla is driving.

[@Joedisney]

​@robmotiveplus not cheap lol it totaled my model S . Between paying an extra 88 dollars a month for insurance and battery issues. Tesla is a horribly expensive purchase. If you're dying to purchase one. I would recommend anyone to buy a 3-year-old Tesla for half the cost. This way you lose a heck of a lot less as you're waiting for the battery to total your car.

[@robmotiveplus]

Always a good move to purchase gently used vehicle of any brand👍

[@grahamswett6430]

Rotate your tires based on what is required to maintain your tire manufactures mileage warranty!

[@ericspence5173]

I've heard it's $2,000 to change a headlight 🤷

[@robmotiveplus]

I haven’t heard that either way? Seems extremely high to me.

[@dougmanck4149]

Do the wiper blades last longer on a Tesla for some reason?

[@ABa-os6wm]

The original ones seem to hold well for me after 4 years....

[@dougmanck4149]

​@@ABa-os6wm Wonder why Tesla doesn't include them in their maintenance list

[@robmotiveplus]

I don’t see why they would last any longer than any other blade?

[@vroomzy1]

Yes, they retract below the windshield and are not subject to all the UV damage that wipers get on some cars. Therefore they do last longer.

[@mustangdaddy4125]

At 65,000 miles in 3 and 1/2 years my wiper blades worked good. I never replaced them and I sold my 2021 MYP with the original blades.

[@ScottS-t3j]

Hello Rob talking about the tires aren’t the Teslas quite a bit heavier than a comparable size car you know what I’m saying I’m sure they’re heavier because of the battery weight they probably have heavier duty tires on them as well I know they do have more torque that you feel gotta love that that does add to the tire wear i’m sure

[@robmotiveplus]

Probably so, but I always hear it blamed on the torque.

[@piff1988]

No heavier than a large SUV, and the tyres last based on how you drive it. I have a model 3 and have done 14,000 miles since new, the tyres are still in extremely good condition and I would think I will get another 14,000 out of them at least.

[@ScottS-t3j]

@@robmotiveplus yeah that’s true. They do have a lot of that Rob.

[@ScottS-t3j]

@ well that’s good. Sounds like about normal really I guess you can’t believe what people saying in the Internet about Tesla tires most of it false what you hear I know they’re pretty nice cars

[@scottt6598]

Mine has over 22k miles and I still have over 5/32 in of tread. Also, you don’t have to buy the original tires. I can buy tires at Walmart for the right load for a little less than $150 each. I’m in FL btw.

[@hgodtx]

Wiper blades: does anyone know where I can purchase just the rubbers of the wiper blades rather than an entire blade holder mechanism? With my Toyota wipers I can buy just the rubbers to to swap out to make them like new. I think it's so funny how Tesla is trying to save the Earth by making more green decisions yet millions of wiper blades go in the landfill unnecessarily exclamation point

[@Vtr0410]

I bought 2025 Model3 and it stopped in the middle of the road after driving for about 30 miles. Planning to return. It was scary- no chance to escape or even pull the car to curb. It stopped so suddenly with a sudden break

[@robmotiveplus]

What happened?

[@RunForPeace-hk1cu]

EV are heavier. You change your tires more often with EVs Btw, you need EV tires, not regular tires

[@gordon4385]

How much to replace the headlights?? 😅

[@robmotiveplus]

Why would you replace the headlights?

[@drew8256]

In other words, when Tesla puts most IcE car drivers out of business, it will also put most mechanic shops out of business too.

[@Branman345]

I don’t see that happening. You do have to worry about the software breaking down. We will always have mechanics and ICE vehicles.

[@robmotiveplus]

Not in the current or next generation. No doom and gloom here.

[@GWAForUTBE]

ICE heads think their ICE cars will be made forever but more realistically battery chemistry technology will very soon make the ICE irrelevant. 30 -40 % range is all it's going to take. More people will enroll in Teslas 3 month mechanic training course and fix thier neighbors Teslas aswell. Mobile mechanics will become the norm .Garages will still be needed but far less.

[@peacems]

@@Branman345 LOL. Software doesn't break down over time. I have systems running in our data center that are 30 years old, running on the same 30 year old OS/Software, they still run fine. Hardware has a limited life and software, at some point will no longer be updated for fix bugs, etc., generally by choice of the manufacturer, but it doesn't break down over time.

[@sploders1019]

@@peacems some software does. Particularly those that keep state. To say it “breaks down over time” is inaccurate, but there may be weird things that happen to your data as you use the car, things get upgraded, or you upgrade 15 versions in one go. Software can be deceptive. If it’s well-written, it can last a LONG time with minimal issues, but there’s always a chance it could break, especially when it gets updated

[@vincentrobinette1507]

I disagree on the transmission. Anytime you have gears and bearings, you have oil. Oil doesn't last forever. with sheer break-down, and contamination by metal particulates, as well as condensation, there is no such thing as "forever oil". If I bought a car new, I would have the gear oil changed in 5 or 10 thousand miles, because of the break-in period, to flush out any particulate matter. After that, once every 2 years, to account for water condensation, especially if you have harsh winters. 4 years is too long to wait on the brake fluid, for all of the same reasons. I would do the brake fluid at least once every 2 years, as well. Another thing to watch for, is coolant. It doesn't have to be flushed as often as in a combustion car, because it never reaches high operating temperatures, but it's something I would have done every 4 years. Brake caliper maintenance is important, no matter how much, or how little, you use the brakes. You still splash water on them when driving in the rain, which necessitates maintenance.

[@mylesgray3470]

Indeed, the coolant is very important and should be exchanged at some point. From what I have read, the oil change is needed around 100k miles on newer Teslas with oil filters.

[@joebidendidthat5121]

You guys must be putting some cheap off brand tires on your cars, not EV specific tires and none without foam sound absorbers inside

[@robmotiveplus]

Have you tried both? Does foam really make a difference?

[@peacems]

@@robmotiveplus The winter set I put on my '24 M3P, 19" Pirelli AS is actually quieter than the OEM 20" performance tires. While I don't have empirical data to back it up, I'm sure the foam costs more to add and I'm sure the engineers added it to reduce noise. Is it worth the added costs? You decide.

[@joebidendidthat5121]

@ I have not but would sure like to know from those who have … sure would beat $350 per tire

[@mikedonovan4434]

If you have solar and the ability charge at home, purchasing a Tesla is a no-brainer. Do not buy an EV if you cannot charge from home and don’t have convenient access to a Tesla Supercharger.

[@TezlaFan]

🙏

[@joebidendidthat5121]

I rotate every 3,000 miles…,, it helps quite a bit

[@stockey]

The Only Real Maintenance The Tesla Requires= a good wallet.

[@robmotiveplus]

How so?

[@henrycruz45cal]

$150 per tire, lol. Show me !

[@robmotiveplus]

Have a look at the comments👍

[@imac1957]

"if you happen to live in a metric area". Lol. LIke anywhere OTHER than the USA. The rest of the world.

[@robmotiveplus]

I know right! Everywhere else needs to catch up😁

[@imac1957]

@@robmotiveplus Why is the USA so backward? The hidden costs of this antiquated measurement system are staggering.

[@robmotiveplus]

Given what we spend billions and billions on…I think the metric system is the least to be concerned about.

[@Joedisney]

Maintenance, laughing out loud, it all hits you when your car hits 13 years old and your battery dies. My bill for my battery was 21,000. I'm done with Tesla, and all of you fellow suckers,after your Tesla gets over seven or eight years sell it. These cars are garbage. They know this is to be a fact, I would say I was a one-off, my friend's car same thing only his went at 11 years. I knew his one at 11 years, I thought it's not going to happen to mine. I was wrong, I would recommend anyone not to buy a Tesla

[@robmotiveplus]

I’d get a new model when the battery warranty expires. They are very costly to replace.

[@travelbydragonfly]

@@robmotiveplus Does Tesla give you a reasonable trade in value? I'm assuming they are probably about worthless when the battery warranty expires.

[@robmotiveplus]

@travelbydragonfly I don’t know? I haven’t traded one in.

[@harveypaxton1232]

You are like an ICE owner that never changes their oil. I drive a 2022 Model 3. You are out of touch.

[@robmotiveplus]

No idea what you mean?

[@peacems]

@@robmotiveplus Don't feel bad. I'm a Model 3 owner and I have no clue what he's talking about either.

[@graciescottsdale]

@@peacems Me either.

[@JoepS-zj6nh]

Useless video!

[@robmotiveplus]

I can understand how you might think it’s “useless” if you are in the industry. Perhaps you have 1st hand knowledge of what the Tesla requires. However, there are many who are not👍

[@JoepS-zj6nh]

@robmotiveplus it's about reading the manual!

[@robmotiveplus]

I understand why you might feel that way, however many (like myself) prefer a visual option. 👍

[@tongmovies]

One pedal driving is overrated. Actually detrimental to most passengers who need to ride with a driver who just can’t get use to it. Tesla needs to add a legacy option. Anyways, I have two Prius that have 200k and 150k miles and I have never changed the brake pads and shoes. Both have at least 50% left the last time my mechanic checked when I did an oil changes. Point is, they don’t have one pedal driving and the regen works great without it.

[@robmotiveplus]

We all have preferences I suppose. I love the feature 👍

[@tongmovies]

@@robmotiveplusdon’t get me wrong, I use it myself and I’m good at it. But other drivers are terrible and it gets the passengers sick. Just add a legacy mode- make everyone happy. My point is that it doesn’t help regen. What’s the difference stepping on the brake pedal, it goes to regen first anyways. My Prius’ are prime examples where my brakes pads last forever.

[@clsanders98]

One pedal driving has always been optional on a Tesla. I prefer it but, to each his own.

[@robmotiveplus]

@tongmovies I’ve never heard of anyone becoming ill due to regenerative braking?

[@lindenlee3705]

It takes some ‘get-used to’, I admit when I got the Tesla new, the passenger suffered a bit, but now I’d say it just like any other car

[@niacal4nia]

A car's operating costs include repairs, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation. So if your car depreciates 50% in 3 years , then saving on gas& maintenance doesn't make sense.

[@robmotiveplus]

Unless you keep the car thru its useful lifespan, I’d agree.

[@lawrencecoleman6998]

Little issue we had with tire rotation is ensure whoever rotates the tires puts the pressure sensor back on the original side. On our Y we saw that the drivers left tire was getting low and yet it looked and measured fine, when actually the rear other side tire was the one that was going down. Ended up driving on the tire wall for too long and had to replace the tire. If our tire shop had put the pressure sensor back to the original tire this wouldn’t have happened.

[@robmotiveplus]

Good to know 👍