WHAT WENT WRONG? UBER DRIVER'S 120,000 MILE TESLA EXPERIMENT!

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This video chronicles an Uber driver's extensive 120,000-mile experiment with a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus. Initially purchased for its fuel and maintenance savings over a gasoline car, the Model 3 proved to be a significant cost-saver for the first year. However, after exceeding 100,000 miles, the driver experienced a rapid and unexpected battery failure, leading to a costly replacement estimated at $9,000. The reviewer highlights the discrepancy between Tesla's expected battery lifespan (8 years/100,000 miles) and the reality for high-mileage ride-share drivers. While acknowledging the superior driving experience of the Tesla compared to a gasoline car, the video concludes that the Model 3, in its initial configuration, may not be ideally suited for intensive ride-sharing due to battery longevity concerns and the high cost of out-of-warranty repairs. The driver now uses the car for corporate clients and charges to 80% to preserve the refurbished battery, which came with a limited one-year warranty.