OUTSMART TESLA ROUTE PLANNING: HOW TO MANUALLY ADD OR SELECT STOPS ALONG YOUR ROAD TRIP ROUTE

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This video provides a practical guide to manual route planning in Tesla vehicles, addressing the limitations of the native route planner for optimized road trips. The presenter, Branden Flasch, demonstrates how to add waypoints and manually select charging stops to better suit individual preferences, such as preferred charging locations (like Buc-ee's) or avoiding certain routes. He highlights the importance of understanding arrival state of charge percentages and how they affect charging speed, recommending an 8-12% arrival buffer. While acknowledging Tesla's automatic rerouting capabilities for charger availability, the core message emphasizes user control for more efficient and personalized long-distance travel. The tutorial covers both "adding a waypoint" and "full manual override" approaches, offering flexibility for different user needs. The presenter uses real-world trip examples to illustrate the process, making it relatable for viewers planning their own journeys.