Re:GoPro cuts workforce, changes sales strategy
by speedgoose on Thursday April 16, 2020 @05:10PM
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Yes, many electric cars have a buffer. Not all Tesla though. That's why it's not recommended to charge a Tesla to 100% everyday while it's fine with many other brands.
But Tesla did sell a few cars with different battery capacities and exactly the same hardware. If you got the smaller capacity then you got a buffer. Tesla could unlock the buffer remotely, if you give them more money or if you need to evacuate before an incoming hurricane or similar.
Re:GoPro cuts workforce, changes sales strategy
by zxcmx on Thursday April 16, 2020 @07:26PM
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Yeah I think fair to charge the customer more to access more of the total battery capacity because Tesla is now assuming more warranty risk on the battery.
But Tesla did sell a few cars with different battery capacities and exactly the same hardware. If you got the smaller capacity then you got a buffer. Tesla could unlock the buffer remotely, if you give them more money or if you need to evacuate before an incoming hurricane or similar.