![]() The feature is only available when the temperature is well below freezing. Note: Requires vehicle software version 2017.50 or above.” We recommend you plug in to reduce range loss, and start pre-conditioning about an hour before you plan to leave since it can take some time to warm up the battery in colder weather. “When temperatures are near freezing, preconditioning will also heat your battery for better driving and charging performance. Last winter, Tesla also released a feature battery “pre-conditioning” to heat the battery pack when the car is plugged in. I’ve heard Tesla sometimes recommending 30 to 45 minutes of pre-heating the cabin. Of course, it consumes energy and you need to take that into consideration, especially if you are not plugged in.ĭepending on the temperature, I am preheating for 5 to 15 mins, but if you are experiencing difficulties opening your doors, I’d recommend doing it for even longer. You can use the mobile app to preheat the cabin and defrost the windshield. The Tesla mobile app is your friend during the winter. ![]() Model 3 Pre-Heating and Battery Pre-Conditioning I haven’t had issues with opening my doors in cold weather since – though I also make extensive use of the pre-conditioning, which we are going to get into now. You just need to clean the rubber first and then apply the liquid all over it (though I focused mainly on the parts that touch the windows): ![]() ![]() I applied it to all the seals on my Model 3. It helps keep the seal supple in freezing temperature. Pre-conditioning the vehicle’s cabin temperature can help and we are going to get into that, but if you want to go an extra step, you can apply some rubber seal protectant ( Amazon US – Amazon Canada). The windows need to go slightly down in order to open the door safely and I’ve experienced them getting stuck to the rubber seal. The Model 3’s door windows are frameless and while it looks awesome, it’s a little weaker and can be a problem in freezing weather. If you are looking for something a little more heavy-duty, several friends recommend the 3D MAXpider ($205 on Amazon). Tough Pro also has another floor mat kit for Model 3 that also includes mats for the trunk, frunk, and the storage area ( $180 on Amazon). Of course, floor mats make it a lot easier to clean and they will also reduce floor wear, which is going to help your car retain its value. It’s a fraction of the price of Tesla’s own set, and it meshes a lot better with the interior. You get low resistance while still offering enough grip to go through snow without losing control.įor Model 3 vehicles with 18″ wheels, the Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Winter Radial Tires are currently offered in 235/45R18 for a special price of $191 on Amazon (also available in Canada), which can now also arrange shipping and installation at your local shop. The most recommended one for EV owners is the Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Winter Radial Tire. That’s still true with a gasoline-powered car, but it can arguably be worse for EVs with a shorter range if you are already subject to range anxiety. There’s no avoiding it, you are getting to get a poorer efficiency in the winter. The goal is to find a great balance between grip and rolling resistance. Thanks to their extremely responsive electric motors, Tesla vehicles have great potential for winter driving performance, but it doesn’t matter if you don’t have good winter tires. In many places, you will get a ticket if you don’t have winter tires by mid-December, which means that November is about the time when you need to take this seriously. If you live in a place where it regularly snows in the winter, it’s not only recommended to get winter tires but it is often the law. Let’s start with the obvious: winter tires. Tesla Model 3 Winter Tips and Accessories Model 3 Winter Tires Here are some tips and accessories that can help you prepare your Model 3 for the winter. If you prepare right, you should have a great driving and ownership experience during the winter. ![]() There’s a lot of talk about electric vehicles not being good in the winter, but that’s not true, especially with Tesla’s vehicles, like the Model 3. ![]()
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