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Proposed Q&A site for discussion on Tesla, Inc. and its products, covering sustainable energy: production (solar panels / solar roof), storage (vehicle, home, and grid-scale battery packs), and consumption (self-driving cars, trucks, and semis); supercharging; and more!
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Is a topic like “Tesla” too specific? Would “Electric Vehicles” be more likely to survive?

nov 7 at 23:11 Felix Dombek 1,033

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Why do some states prevent direct sales of Tesla cars?
added by pdobb Aug 19 at 8:21
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would this be in LAW.se? – tuskiomi Aug 22 at 18:53
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I have been thinking about your question about LAW.se. This answer from the area51 FAQ has helped me: When voting, focus on your site Don't worry about whether a question might be asked on another site. Your goal is to make the best possible site for this community. – pdobb Aug 25 at 20:25
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What endpoints exist for interacting with Tesla’s API?
added by pdobb Aug 19 at 8:17
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Is charging Model 3 at 110v/15amp less energy efficient than at 220v/30amp?
added by pdobb Aug 19 at 8:09
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How does Tesla safely test their auto pilot features?
added by Fuzzy Squid Aug 20 at 21:00
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How does one enable autopilot?
added by noisy Aug 19 at 14:01
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“How does one enable autopilot?” Is this what you mean? Better wording would likely help. It’s a fair question. – pdobb Aug 20 at 7:21
Corrected! I now, that It’s a fair question. Elon said, that this is one of the most asked question. – noisy Aug 21 at 8:15
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Where can I find the VIN of my Tesla?
added by Kriptolab Aug 19 at 19:03
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I'd consider this question low quality. This question isn't particularly specific to Tesla (The VINs are in standard location) and no owner would ask this as if you own the car the VIN location is pretty obvious. – user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:56
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Where should I place a transponder / toll pass?
added by Kriptolab Aug 19 at 19:11
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How much does Elon Musk actually do for Tesla? Does he design the software, fund the company, or something else?
added by Fuzzy Squid Aug 20 at 20:46
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Can a Tesla's auto emergency breaking system activate even when auto pilot is not enabled?
added by Fuzzy Squid Aug 21 at 4:23
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This question is fine as is... but just a thought. What about something like "Do I need to buy Full Self Driving to enable Tesla's active safety features?" Kind of a broader question with an awesome answer (i.e. "No. All safety-related features are always free and are always on.) – pdobb Aug 25 at 4:50
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What autopilot functions are available in Europe?
added by extropy Aug 21 at 19:47
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How do I get my Tesla repaired if I don't live near a service center?
added by Francois Aug 25 at 18:05
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How is Sentry Mode able to detect movement by objects that are close to the car while ignoring far away objects/motion?
added by pdobb Aug 25 at 21:52
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How much horsepower does a Model S have?
added by Fuzzy Squid Aug 27 at 18:05
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This question is pretty broad. As a community we may need to think about ways for people to define what vehicle they are talking about. There are many different hardware versions of the Model S, all which with different horsepower. Also, horsepower can change between software versions too. If asking about current new vehicles, I'd consider the question low quality, since that information is available on the official Tesla website. – user1558604 Nov 29 at 23:02
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Does an aftermarket hitch void the warranty of a Model 3?
added by Buc Nasty Sep 16 at 4:51
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How are Tesla's solar panel's components different from a standard poly solar panel?
added by SantaticHacker Oct 13 at 4:53
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What causes the "whining" noise in Tesla's motors when accelerating at a rapid rate?
added by schmaltzwaltz Nov 17 at 3:31
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How do Tesla's solarglass roof tiles compare to standard roofing materials with regard to conductive heat transfer into the home?
added by pdobb Aug 26 at 4:56
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What kind of warranties does a Tesla come with?
added by Kriptolab Aug 21 at 16:43
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I'd consider this a low value question. This information is easily found on the official Tesla Website. – user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:45
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Where is the WiFi antenna located on the Model 3?
added by Tom Nov 17 at 15:22
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How can I enter a backslash ('\') in the car, eg. for entering a password (it is not one of the keys on the Tesla keyboard)?
added by Tom Nov 17 at 15:27
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I actually did not consider it to be a bug report - I was hoping there was some trick to it. I guess then this question - with an answer of 'not possible' - could serve to inform the reader that it is not currently possible. That alone can be very useful IMO. – Tom Nov 29 at 23:16
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How many Tesla Powerwalls would be needed to provide energy to a 3000 sq ft home?
added by Tom Minor Sep 9 at 0:38
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I'd consider this a low value question. A) there isn't enough information provided. B) There is a calculator for this on the Tesla website tesla.com/powerwall – user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:47
The calculator you provided would not be sufficient in some cases as there are many specificities and much variability depending on the specific circumstances. It is true that I could of added more details as you said. Perhaps I shall modify my question so it is more adequate. – Tom Minor Dec 1 at 23:43
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Where can I purchase accessories for a Tesla Model S?
added by Tom Minor Oct 9 at 2:27
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What is the effect of Tesla "Ludicrous Mode" (super fast acceleration mode) on the life of the batteries ?
added by scott_lotus Nov 22 at 7:51
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What rebates are available to purchase a Tesla in Canada?
added by Francois Aug 25 at 18:00
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How do I add Autopilot to a Tesla that doesn't already have it?
added by Francois Aug 25 at 18:19
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Don't all Teslas have autopilot? – Fuzzy Squid Sep 7 at 2:06
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@FuzzySquid nope. older models do not have autopilot. – Tom Minor Nov 18 at 0:06
Do you intend to ask how to purchase autopilot on a car that has the hardware, or how to add the hardware to Tesla that doesn't have the hardware? The first is a relatively straight forward process, the second is almost impossible. – user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:58
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How much would I save per mile with a model 3 instead of 25 mpg car in US? Please show calculations/assumptions such as future gas prices and wear.
added by JDog Oct 31 at 5:28
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How tough are the windows in the new Tesla truck?
added by James Jenkins Nov 22 at 17:08
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How do I get the latest software update?
added by user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:36
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What are the differences between the different Autopilot hardware versions?
added by user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:40
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What sources can I use to find charging stations for a Tesla?
added by user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:44
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What is the best way to plan a road trip in a Tesla?
added by user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:59
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Do you have to plan trips in a Tesla more than you would in a gasoline car?
added by user1558604 Nov 29 at 23:03
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Sounds like you're asking about more like "pre-planning" of trips? 👍 – pdobb Nov 30 at 5:18
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What features are included with the Premium connectivity package?
added by CaldeiraG Dec 9 at 10:11
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Does the navigation considers live traffic on the standard connectivity package?
added by CaldeiraG Dec 9 at 10:13
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How long can I expect it to take for my Model 3's battery to degrade to half of its design capacity?
added by Newbyte 2 days ago
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What outsource did Tesla use to develop their car's auto-pilot systems?
added by Fuzzy Squid Sep 4 at 1:46
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Why do car sites give a 'miles per gallon' rating to electric vehicles?
added by Buc Nasty Sep 16 at 4:56
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This question is not Tesla related. – user1558604 Nov 29 at 22:49
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Why does Tesla.com show estimated gas savings but not estimated maintenence/repair savings or estimated additional car lifespan?
added by Buc Nasty Sep 16 at 4:59
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How can I apply for Tesla Financing? [closed]
added by Voldemort's Wrath Aug 22 at 11:10
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closed as too localized by curiousdannii, Voldemort's Wrath, pdobb, D Manokhin, CaldeiraG Oct 16 at 9:04

This question is unlikely to ever help any future visitors; it is only relevant to a small geographic area, a specific moment in time, or an extraordinarily narrow situation that is not generally applicable to the worldwide audience of the internet.

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I think it should be broader as well, while Tesla works today as it's represents majority, I think in time it should be EV not just Tesla [closed]
added by alexus Nov 1 at 21:10
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closed as off topic by pdobb, books453, Robert Cartaino♦ Nov 13 at 15:53

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.

This (answer) doesn't belong as an example question for this topic. Click on the question in the proposal discussion section (above) to participate there. – pdobb Nov 2 at 6:12
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