SNOWY TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE ROAD TRIP OVER THE ROCKIES TO LAS VEGAS FOR CES

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This video chronicles a road trip from Fort Collins, CO to Las Vegas, NV in a Tesla Model 3 Performance, highlighting its capabilities and limitations, especially in challenging winter conditions. The reviewer notes the car's high mileage (over 130,000 miles) and recent suspension upgrades, including a lift kit and Nokian winter tires, which significantly improved ride comfort and handling in snow and ice. Despite the car's age and some concerns about battery degradation, it performed admirably on the snowy mountain passes. A key takeaway is the car's reduced efficiency in cold weather and at high speeds, with the predicted range falling short of expectations. The video also emphasizes the importance of real-world testing over rated range, especially with modifications like a lift kit. The reviewer expresses frustration with the lack of readily available windshield washer fluid at multiple stops, a recurring issue on the journey. The charging experience is mixed, with some Supercharger locations performing well (especially V3 chargers) and others being problematic. The launch and promotion of the 'Rate Your Charge' initiative is a significant subplot, aiming to improve charging network transparency and reliability. Overall, the Model 3 Performance, even with high mileage and modifications, proves to be a capable, albeit less efficient in winter, road trip companion, with the reviewer's focus shifting to the broader charging infrastructure and user-generated data.