HAVE A TESLA BUT LIVE IN AN APARTMENT? WATCH FOR TIPS!

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This video addresses the significant challenge of owning a Tesla or EV while living in an apartment or an area with limited charging infrastructure. The reviewer, who typically has home charging, simulates apartment living to provide practical tips. Key recommendations include investing in a heavy-duty SJTW extension cord (12-gauge) and a CCS adapter for third-party charging stations. The importance of essential apps like PlugShare and ChargePoint for locating and utilizing chargers is highlighted, along with the caveat that third-party apps may not always be perfectly accurate. The reviewer emphasizes turning off battery-draining features like Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection, driving in 'Chill' mode, maintaining proper tire pressure, and avoiding excessive speed to conserve energy. While acknowledging the inconvenience, the video concludes that with careful planning and the right accessories, apartment living with an EV is manageable, though it suggests hybrids as an alternative if the effort seems too great.