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00:00:00 – 00:12:37
The video discusses the newly available rear-wheel drive version of the Tesla Model Y in the USA, highlighting its battery pack characteristics, including software limitations and charging capabilities. Comparisons are made with the long-range all-wheel drive version, noting differences in battery charging recommendations and performance. The decision to choose between the two variants is influenced by factors such as price, practicality, and individual preferences. The video also acknowledges sponsor support from Incog and patron viewers as essential for content creation.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the newly available rear-wheel drive version of the Tesla Model Y in the USA. This version, manufactured in the USA, offers up to 260 miles of EPA-rated range and is $5,000 less than the long-range all-wheel drive model. Unlike models built in Berlin and Shanghai, the US version features a software-limited 2170 battery pack, which may lead to lower battery degradation over time. The transcript also includes information about Incog, a service that helps in removing personal information online.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, it is discussed how the USA-made rear-wheel-drive Model Y has a software-limited battery pack and is not equipped with an LFP battery pack. Evidence includes an 80% daily charge limit recommendation compared to the LFP-equipped Model 3’s 100% charge limit default. The software version 38.8 code also indicates a software-locked pack. The weight difference between the rear-wheel-drive and long-range models suggests a larger battery pack. The impressive charging curve of the rear-wheel-drive Model Y, accepting a charge rate of 35 KW at 99% state of charge, indicates a software-limited large battery pack.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the discussion revolves around the long-range all-wheel-drive version of the Tesla Model Y. It is noted that the vehicle actually has a battery capacity buffer of around 10%, meaning that when the car shows 99% charge, it is equivalent to approximately 89%. This may be due to software limitations on the battery pack, which could potentially extend the battery’s longevity. The speaker recommends, based on this information, following Tesla’s 80% daily charge limit for optimal battery care. Despite the software limitations, charging to 100% for occasional long trips may not significantly impact the battery health. Comparisons are made with the performance model’s charging implications, implying that charging the all-wheel drive version to 100% may tax the battery more.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, it’s discussed that the rear wheel drive Model Y’s charging speed surpasses that of the long range all-wheel drive model Y after reaching a 50% state of charge. Despite minor feature differences like fog lights and parcel shelf, there aren’t significant distinctions between the two variants. Performance-wise, the rear wheel drive model Y takes longer to go from 0 to 60 mph compared to the all-wheel drive versions. The decision to choose the rear wheel drive model Y may be more economical and practical based on individual preferences and requirements.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker thanks Incog for sponsoring the video and acknowledges the support from viewers on Patreon. The speaker highlights the importance of viewer support in creating content and provides a link in the video description for viewers interested in supporting via Patreon.