2025 TESLA MODEL Y AND 3: WHAT I WISH I KNEW BEFORE BUYING

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This video provides a comprehensive guide for potential Tesla buyers in 2024 and 2025, focusing on practical advice beyond the initial purchase. The reviewer details Tesla's direct-to-consumer sales model, emphasizing the difference between custom orders and inventory purchases, and highlights the importance of timing purchases, especially around quarter-end for potential discounts. A significant portion is dedicated to explaining Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, noting that basic Autopilot is standard and FSD is an $8,000 upgrade with ongoing improvements. The reviewer addresses range anxiety, explaining that while EPA estimates are improving, real-world range is affected by driving speed, climate control, and wheel choices, recommending charging to 80% for daily use. Cost considerations are thoroughly covered, including home charging (significantly cheaper than gas), Supercharging rates, insurance premiums (which can be higher for EVs), and registration fees that vary by state. Charging times are broken down by level, with Level 2 home charging being the most practical for daily use. Finally, the video advises caution regarding Tesla's advertised prices, which often include estimated gas savings and tax credits, recommending users customize these figures for a realistic view.