New Tesla owners always mod the same three things first. Screen protector, floor mats, maybe a wrap. And look, those are perfectly fine. But after working on these cars for years, I can tell you the mods that actually make a difference are ones nobody talks about in the first month of ownership. Some of them cost thirty bucks. Some are completely free. And five of them will flat out kill your car. Don't make unauthorized modifications to anything on or attached to the electrical system

• Heavy Torque: Teslas are heavy and deliver instant torque, meaning tires can wear out in as little as 15,000–20,000 miles on performance models.

Thre are only 20 moving parts in Tesla Drive unit, compared to thousands of parts in an ICE vehicle. Waymo is over reported in robtaxisand Tesla appears to be undercounted.

Maintenance is monitored and predicted, adjusts, overair updates, most issues handled automatically, sodium ion or aluminum ion (faster) are both being test for 2026 cars. $480 4 tires installed at Costco. CATL batteries. Orders in Q2 delivery in Oct Long range battery adds $2k to price. 48v batteries 300k door/windows opening cycles

Drivers and occupants must learn how to open all doors manually. Also applies to some other cars as well. When 12v battery is dead or out of commission by an accident, does must be opened manually and most owners users don't know where manual opener is on inside. It differ between front and back and between models none are consistent with muscle memory during panic.

Revealed robotaxitracker.com Right now problem low cost Tsla insurance n/a. Insurance companies don't ask if car has FSD or how often it is used. When car is used as a robotaxi those portions are insured by Tesla
All wiring can be checked for breaks (verify with sales before buying) Working on finding bad cells etc with AI. Optimus production

Required: never leave car in direct sunlight at 100% charge. Perform software updates only at home or at a destination where you'll be staying. Updates can take 50 minutes never allow them to take place while you're driving. Other maint. Is generally unnecessary and designed to separate you from your money. Special ceramic coats are unnecessary the car is well protected from rusting