Streamed from the official YouTube channel Out of Spec Dave .
PART 2 OF 2: MODEL Y ROAD TRIP FROM FL TO CT AFFIRMS TESLA NACS SUPERCHARGERS ARE THE GOLD STANDARD!
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This video documents the second day of a road trip from Florida to Connecticut in a Tesla Model Y Long Range. The reviewer highlights the seamless and anxiety-free experience of using Tesla's Supercharger network, emphasizing its reliability and speed, even reaching 258 kW at one V3 station. The journey included a notable stop at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Virginia, which the reviewer highly recommends. A recurring issue with the car's cameras, particularly at night, leading to "autopilot features may be limited or unavailable" messages, is discussed, with a potential firmware update being pushed remotely by Tesla service. Despite this camera issue and the need for seven charging stops (which could potentially be reduced with deeper charging or a full initial charge), the reviewer concludes that Tesla remains the "gold standard" for road-tripping due to its integrated ecosystem and reliable charging infrastructure, expressing skepticism about how other brands will compete with the upcoming NACS standard.
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| Brand | Tesla |
|---|---|
| Model | Model Y |
| Year | 2023 |
| Trim | Long Range |
| Body | Model Y |
| Drivetrain | AWD |