MODEL S P85+ | ROAD TRIP TO BOSTON AND SUPERCHARGER ISSUES? NEW CAR!

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The reviewer acquired a 2013 Tesla Model S P85+ with over 100,000 miles, noting its excellent condition and a surprisingly comfortable ride, even on its performance-oriented air suspension, comparing it favorably to a Model 3 for road trips. The primary focus of the video, however, was a series of perplexing Supercharger issues encountered during a trip to Boston. The car exhibited unusually slow charging speeds, with charging sessions peaking around 120 kW before rapidly tapering off to 70-80 kW and even lower, regardless of the Supercharger stall used. Despite trying multiple chargers and confirming the car's battery was warm, the slow charging persisted. While the reviewer initially suspected a car issue, they later learned of potential network-wide Supercharger problems affecting other Tesla models that weekend. The reviewer concludes that the car itself is highly efficient, achieving an impressive 335 Wh/mile in adverse conditions, but the Supercharging problems remain a significant concern requiring further investigation.