TESLA MODEL Y LONG RANGE SETS THE BENCHMARK IN OUR FIRST EVER 10% CHALLENGE

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In the inaugural '10% Challenge,' the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD demonstrated impressive road trip capability, achieving 98 miles on a single 15-minute charge starting from 10% state of charge. The reviewer highlighted the Model Y's exceptional value proposition, comfortable ride (despite some harshness on bumps), and the seamless integration with the Supercharger network. The test, conducted at an average of 80 mph with climate control active, simulated real-world road trip conditions. While the 20-inch wheels on the rental model likely impacted range slightly compared to the Aero wheels (estimated to achieve an easy 100 miles), the overall performance was highly praised. The reviewer found the 15-minute charging stop to be a practical duration for road trips, balancing charging speed with convenience. The Model Y's ability to maintain strong charging speeds even with a warm battery was also noted. This test sets a strong benchmark for future EV road trip range evaluations.