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Tesla Model S, Model 3 set hypermile records: 701 mi. (1128 km) and 623 mi. (1001 km), respectively
German car rental company nextmove recently set a new hypermile record for the Tesla Model S, traveling a total of 701 miles (1,128 kilometers) on a single charge over more than 30 straight hours of driving at the DEKRA test circuit at Lausitzring in Brandenburg, Germany.
Being a car rental company, nextmove was quite familiar with Tesla’s electric cars. The company selected the Model S 100D as its car of choice for its hypermile attempt, and as could be seen in the video, a set of classic Aero Wheels for the full-sized all-electric sedan was also fitted on the vehicle. In a way, selecting the Model S 100D for the task is strategic, considering that the variant of the electric car has the highest EPA rating among Tesla’s offerings at 335 miles (539.1 km) per charge. In comparison, the EPA has a rating of 315 miles for the Model S 100D’s faster sibling and world’s quickest production car – the P100D.
The nextmove team was deliberate in its hypermile attempt to overtake the previous hypermile record set by another Model S 100D after it drove 670 miles (1,077 km) on a single charge. Last year’s feat, which was accomplished by Tesla Owners Italia, ultimately confirmed Elon Musk’s statement on Twitter that with the right tires, the Model S should be able to travel 1000 km in one charge. During its run, Tesla Owners Italia’s Model S 100D maintained an average of 91 Wh/km. On the latter parts of the journey, however, the electric car became even more efficient, hitting 88 Wh/km during the final 77 km of driving.
During nextmove’s recent attempt, the team immediately went for an average of 88 Wh/km, traveling at a constant speed of 38 kph (23.6 mph). According to nextmove Managing Director Stefan Moeller, the company’s car rental activities ultimately became practice for its record-setting hypermile run.
“As an electric car rental, we know many models very well from everyday practice. So we had a good sense of how long we could delay the ride in the end, without lying down. We managed to drive the Model S completely empty and come to a stop in the base camp directly at a loading facility,” he said.
The feat, however, did not come without challenges or discomforts. The hypermile attempt lasted a total of 31 hours, and to save on battery life, the vehicle’s windows were mostly closed and opened only for ventilation. No air conditioning was used, and the Model S 100D’s radio was not turned on as well. Autopilot was briefly used during the run, though nextmove stated that most of the steering was done by its drivers. Cruise control was utilized to control the vehicle’s speed to just 38 kph. By the time the drive was completed, the Model S 100D had traveled 1,128 kilometers (701 miles), with an average efficiency of 89 Wh/km.
A Tesla Model S 100D with Aero Wheels recently set a new hypermile record. [Credit: nextmove]
The quality of its battery packs and its vehicle’s range are among Tesla’s main strengths. Apart from the Model S, the nextmove team also set another record for the Model 3, traveling 623 miles (1,001 km) in a single charge. Unlike the Model S, however, the Model 3 accomplished its feat entirely on Autopilot, with a dummy on the driver’s seat simulating a driver.
While hypermiling does not really depict real-world driving scenarios, it is still quite impressive to see how far electric cars could travel when their efficiency and battery life are pushed to the limit. Earlier this year, two Tesla owners, Denver Tesla Club president Sean Mitchell and Erik Strait, a fellow Tesla owner and host to a popular YouTube channel, managed to squeeze as much as 606.2 miles (975.58 km) from a Model 3. Unlike nextmove, which did its hypermile run on a closed circuit, the two Tesla enthusiasts conducted their drive on public roads, simulating a more realistic driving scenario.
Watch nextmove’s record-setting hypermile run on the Tesla Model S 100D in the video below.
Elon Musk has been pretty open about the idea of FSD being the difference maker for Tesla’s future.
If Tesla succeeds in achieving FSD, it could become the world’s most valuable company. If it doesn’t, then the company would not be able to reach its optimum potential.
FSD Supervised’s safety benefits:
- But even if FSD is still not perfect today, FSD Supervised is already making a difference on the roads today.
- This was highlighted in Tesla’s Q4 2024 Vehicle Safety Report.
- As per Tesla, it recorded one crash for every 5.94 million miles driven in which drivers were using Autopilot technology.
- For comparison, the most recent data available from the NHTSA and FHWA (from 2023) showed that there was one automobile crash every 702,000 miles in the United States.
This morning, Tesla FSD proved to be an absolute godsend. I had to take my brother-in-law to the hospital in Sugar Land, TX, which is 40 miles away, at the ungodly hour of 4 AM. Both of us were exhausted, and he was understandably anxious about the surgery.
— JC Christopher (@JohnChr08117285) January 29, 2025
The convenience of…
FSD user’s tale:
- As per an FSD user’s post on social media platform X, FSD Supervised was able to help him drive a relative to a medical facility safely even if he was exhausted.
- During the trip, the driver only had to monitor FSD Supervised’s performance to make sure the Tesla operated safely.
- In a vehicle without FSD, such a trip with an exhausted driver would have been quite dangerous.
- “This morning, Tesla FSD proved to be an absolute godsend. I had to take my brother-in-law to the hospital in Sugar Land, TX, which is 40 miles away, at the ungodly hour of 4 AM. Both of us were exhausted, and he was understandably anxious about the surgery.
- “The convenience of sending the hospital’s address directly from my iPhone to my Tesla while still inside my house, then just a single button press once inside, and 40 miles later we were precisely in front of the hospital’s admissions area.This experience really underscores just how transformative this technology can be for society,” Tesla owner JC Christopher noted in his post.
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There are few things that prove an enthusiast’s love towards a company more than a dedicated short film. This was highlighted recently when YouTube’s SoKrispyMedia posted a 10-minute action movie starring Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot, as well as several of the company’s most iconic products.
The video:
- Shot like a Hollywood action flick, the video featured a rather humorous plot involving a group of thieves that mistakenly targeted a Tesla Model 3 driver.
- The Model 3 driver then ended up speaking to Tesla for assistance, and some high-octane and high-speed hijinks ensued.
- While the short film featured several Tesla products like the Model 3, Superchargers, and the Cybertruck, it is Optimus that truly stole the show.
- Optimus served several roles in the short film, from an assistant in a Tesla office to a “robocop” enforcer that helped out the Model 3 driver.
Future Robo-cop @Tesla_Optimus
— SOKRISPYMEDIA (@sokrispymedia) January 12, 2025
full video: https://t.co/TXpSRhcP5K pic.twitter.com/YFHZ7siAP7
Cool inside jokes:
- The best Tesla videos are those that show an in-depth knowledge of the company, and SoKrispyMedia definitely had it.
- From the opening scenes alone, the video immediately poked fun at TSLA traders, the large number of gray Tesla owners, and the fact that many still do not understand Superchargers.
- The video even poked fun at Tesla’s software updates, as well as how some Tesla drivers use Autopilot or other features without reading the fine print in the company’s release notes.
- The video ended with a tour de force of references to Elon Musk products, from the Tesla Cybertruck to the Boring Company Not-a-Flamethrower, which was released back in 2018.
Check out SoKrispyMedia’s Tesla action short film in the video below.
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Tesla definitely seems to be determined to release the coolest lineup of accessories for its coolest vehicle. As could be seen in an update to the Tesla Shop, the electric vehicle maker has now launched a metal key card for the Cybertruck—because why not?
Cybertruck keys:
- The Cybertruck, similar to Tesla’s other vehicles, is shipped with a regular key card.
- The vehicle could also be accessed and locked through a phone key.
- As per the Cybertruck’s Owner’s Manual, the all-electric pickup truck is capable of supporting a total of 19 keys.
The Cybertruck’s Metal Key Card:
- Tesla’s Cybertruck Metal Key Card functions much like the vehicle’s regular key card, but it is finished using premium stainless steel
- As per Tesla’s description of the item:
- “Convenient, durable, versatile. The Cybertruck Metal Key Card is a premium stainless-steel alternative to our traditional plastic key cards, making it easy to access your Cybertruck without your Phone Key. Ideal for when your phone is unavailable or when sharing your vehicle with a friend or valet.”
- The Cybertruck Metal Key Card costs $60.
- In comparison, the Cybertruck’s regular key card is sold for $40.
- The Cybertruck Metal Key Card comes with the metal key card itself, as well as a bifold key card wallet.
Tesla Cybertruck merch push:
- Being the company’s most eye-catching vehicle, it is no surprise that that Tesla has been releasing quite a lot of merchandise inspired by the all-electric pickup truck.
- These include a $250 levitating Cybertruck model, as well as a $35 Cybertruck wind-up racer, both of which are out of stock.
- Tesla also sells the $35 “CyberMug,” a $40 “CyberStein,” and a $50 “CyberVessel.”
- Other Cybertruck-inspired merchandise are the $60 Cyberwhistle Stealth, and the $50 CyberOpener.
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