ELECTREK PODCAST: TESLA RANGE DROP EXPLAINED, USED MODEL 3 CPOS, TESLA ARCADE, AND MORE

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The Electrek Podcast discusses Tesla's end-of-quarter delivery push, highlighting efforts to reach new records and the impact of federal tax credit changes. A notable shift is the change in standard paint color from black to white, with black now incurring a $2,000 premium, serving as a potential incentive for Q2 purchases. The hosts also delve into the surprising battery range drop experienced by some Tesla owners after a software update, which Tesla attributes to battery longevity improvements but acknowledges caused unintended range loss for a small percentage, primarily affecting older Model S and X vehicles. On a positive note, a recent software update (2019.20.2) has increased Supercharging speeds for the Model 3 Long Range by approximately 20%, reducing the 5-80% charge time to around 30 minutes. The discussion touches on the growing used Model 3 inventory, with prices remaining relatively high compared to new models, and the surprising value retention of Tesla vehicles compared to other EVs and gasoline cars, despite the impact of incentives. Finally, the launch of Tesla Arcade with the game 'Beach Buggy Racing 2' is covered, along with the potential for Xbox controller compatibility and the need for increased onboard storage.