Are there any Tesla drivers in The Villages?

[Altavia]

Looks like the nearest dealer is in Orlando?

Supercharger coverage looks decent in mid to south Florida.

[Chatbrat]

Not just a Tesla ,but
all electric vehicles, if any evacuation order comes out--you don't have enough range to ge out of harms way

[tophcfa]

Not just a Tesla ,but
all electric vehicles, if any evacuation order comes out--you don't have enough range to ge out of harms way

And the vehicle will be stranded in the road, further complicating an already congested traffic situation, leading to a greater carbon footprint from the other vehicles.

[GrumpyOldMan]

Anyone know if there is a supercharger in the villages? We plan on getting a Tesla soon.

And yes, I am concerned that my 300 to 400 mile range may not be enough to get out of the way of a hurricane that is roaring down on me at 12 MPH - oh wait, we have TWO interstate hiways (I75 and Florida Turnpike) to get out of the state fast. :)

(BTW, with a Tesla you can top off you charge every night at home so it is always ready to go the full range, can you top off your gas tank every night at home?)

(Says the native Floridian that has lived here through quite a few hurricanes.)

[billethkid]

Anyone know if there is a supercharger in the villages? We plan on getting a Tesla soon.

And yes, I am concerned that my 300 to 400 mile range may not be enough to get out of the way of a hurricane that is roaring down on me at 12 MPH - oh wait, we have TWO interstate hiways (I75 and Florida Turnpike) to get out of the state fast. :)

(BTW, with a Tesla you can top off you charge every night at home so it is always ready to go the full range, can you top off your gas tank every night at home?)

(Says the native Floridian that has lived here through quite a few hurricanes.)These two highways become 4+ lane parking lots and anything fast associated with them is tongue in cheek....right?

[mtdjed]

(BTW, with a Tesla you can top off you charge every night at home so it is always ready to go the full range, can you top off your gas tank every night at home?)

(Says the native Floridian that has lived here through quite a few hurricanes.)[/QUOTE]

Don't need to top off gas every night. Would only do that in an emergency. I have an emergency tank installed in my garage. It holds 14 Gallons and can even operate when there is no electrical power.

Not criticizing the TESLA but just answering the question.

[Joeg180]

I notice quite a few driving around, must not be on TOTV. Or they are out looking for long extension cords for storm preparations.

[Chatbrat]

or portable generator to charge th car,

[Joeg180]

or portable generator to charge th car,

but then they need gas cans for the generator...

[OpusX1]

We looked into a Tesla last year. Great ride. Lack of super chargers on I26 kept us from getting one. We make several trips a year to visit my brother in NC. I75 and I95 have plenty of super chargers but they did not have any at the time on I26.

[Chatbrat]

And in the case of a major storm the superchargers will be as we used to say in the navy OIA

[OpusX1]

And in the case of a major storm the superchargers will be as we used to say in the navy OIA

Same goes for gas stations, no power no gas.

[DAIII]

I have a TESLA and love it- you can log in and request they add one- closest supercharger is OCALA 30 +/- miles away.

TV should keep up with times and start adding chargers - like it or hate it EV is here!

Dreaming about TV without smelling gas golf carts... pure, clean, quiet! Save the planet.

[Mleeja]

Anyone know if there is a supercharger in the villages? We plan on getting a Tesla soon.

And yes, I am concerned that my 300 to 400 mile range may not be enough to get out of the way of a hurricane that is roaring down on me at 12 MPH - oh wait, we have TWO interstate hiways (I75 and Florida Turnpike) to get out of the state fast. :)

(BTW, with a Tesla you can top off you charge every night at home so it is always ready to go the full range, can you top off your gas tank every night at home?)

(Says the native Floridian that has lived here through quite a few hurricanes.)

Were you here for the last hurricane? 75, 95, turnpike were parking lots of people trying to get out of harms way.

[OpusX1]

I have a TESLA and love it- you can log in and request they add one- closest supercharger is OCALA 30 +/- miles away.

TV should keep up with times and start adding chargers - like it or hate it EV is here!

Dreaming about TV without smelling gas golf carts... pure, clean, quiet! Save the planet.

What model do you have? I think they are great cars. We ended up with a Lexus hybrid, nice but no Tesla.

[Tom C]

I don't want to hijack this thread, but if you are looking for a 220V Tesla Charger, I have one for sale. PM me (photo attached)

[DeanFL]

I don't want to hijack this thread, but if you are looking for a 220V Tesla Charger, I have one for sale. PM me (photo attached)

Does it come with a car???

[Altavia]

Not just a Tesla ,but
all electric vehicles, if any evacuation order comes out--you don't have enough range to ge out of harms way

Good point but would not be my only vehicle.

[mulligan]

Just out of curiosity, who would you expect to pay for installing these chargers?

[John_W]

This was on the national news two days ago.

/tesla-explodes-after-crash-on-russian-highway/ (https://techcrunch.com/2019/08/11/tesla-explodes-after-crash-on-russian-highway/)

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Were you here for the last hurricane? 75, 95, turnpike were parking lots of people trying to get out of harms way.

Did many people leave during Hurricane Irma? Nobody on our block did. I could see I-75 as being crowded with people leaving Naples, Sarasota, Tampa/St. Pete, but in TV everyone should of stayed put and that would of placed less cars on the interstate.

[DAIII]

Just out of curiosity, who would you expect to pay for installing these chargers?

TESLA installs and services the chargers and could in high concentrated areas.

tons of other firms install and service for all sorts of EV types of vehicles. chargpoint as example.

in odd related news- in the event EV or ICE* vehicles in grid lock the EV only uses power when it's moving. :a040:

*internal combustion engine

FUN TESLA FACTS:
TESLA vehicles are 100% made in FRESNO CA - with Tesla paying union wages.
TESLA requires no maintenance - only windshield washer fluid and tires. (brakes pads 150k miles) as you use regen braking to stop.
TESLA receives over the internet updates and you can add options as you need.
TESLA pure electric not a mixture of engine and electric
TESLA model s has 370 miles of range(and has FREE supercharging for life) model 3 has 325 miles of range (and is the cost of a camry)

**not a sales person, just proud of what an American company can do**

[biker1]

The Model 3's range with the long range battery is actually 310 miles but more importantly you are not going to get one for the cost of a Camry. They start at just below $50K with the long range battery. Regarding maintenance, the brake fluid and battery coolant will need periodic replacement, I believe. Did they not tell you this when you bought yours? I am waiting for the Model Y - need more space than the Model 3.

TESLA installs and services the chargers and could in high concentrated areas.

tons of other firms install and service for all sorts of EV types of vehicles. chargpoint as example.

in odd related news- in the event EV or ICE* vehicles in grid lock the EV only uses power when it's moving. :a040:

*internal combustion engine

FUN TESLA FACTS:
TESLA vehicles are 100% made in FRESNO CA - with Tesla paying union wages.
TESLA requires no maintenance - only windshield washer fluid and tires. (brakes pads 150k miles) as you use regen braking to stop.
TESLA receives over the internet updates and you can add options as you need.
TESLA pure electric not a mixture of engine and electric
TESLA model s has 370 miles of range(and has FREE supercharging for life) model 3 has 325 miles of range (and is the cost of a camry)

**not a sales person, just proud of what an American company can do**

[DAIII]

325 range is for the RWD and from the last software update. ;)

Brake fluid and glycol changes are valid every 2 years on any vehicle with proper maintenance.

Congrats on your model Y !!

see you around TV!

[pauld315]

Did many people leave during Hurricane Irma? Nobody on our block did. I could see I-75 as being crowded with people leaving Naples, Sarasota, Tampa/St. Pete, but in TV everyone should of stayed put and that would of placed less cars on the interstate.

Hindsight is always 20/20. Most people here didn't leave because they didn't predict that it would take a left around Tampa, move inland and then go north right over The Villages. The people on the coast thought they were going to take a direct hit of a very powerful, deadly hurricane. This was the strongest hurricane to hit Florida since Wilma and had caused considerable damage and many deaths. The state ordered a mandatory evacuation of many coastal areas and people followed that order. I don't blame them for that decision. My in-laws lived near Tampa, evacuated and tried to drive to Pensacola and it took them 12 hours from Tampa to just get to Pensacola on 75 and they were lucky to find a place to stay. This is part of the reason FL is now looking to extend the Turnpike all the way to I-10. I wouldn't want to be in any EV during a time like that even though I would like to buy a Tesla, I would definitely have a car that uses gas for emergencies

[tuccillo]

Irma didn't go right over The Villages. It was west of us - perhaps 40 miles west of us, don't recall the exact distance but it was west of us. The track was east of Tampa. It was actually very well forecasted the last 12 hours. There was some variability in the numerical guidance before then.

Hindsight is always 20/20. Most people here didn't leave because they didn't predict that it would take a left around Tampa, move inland and then go north right over The Villages. The people on the coast thought they were going to take a direct hit of a very powerful, deadly hurricane. This was the strongest hurricane to hit Florida since Wilma and had caused considerable damage and many deaths. The state ordered a mandatory evacuation of many coastal areas and people followed that order. I don't blame them for that decision. My in-laws lived near Tampa, evacuated and tried to drive to Pensacola and it took them 12 hours from Tampa to just get to Pensacola on 75 and they were lucky to find a place to stay. This is part of the reason FL is now looking to extend the Turnpike all the way to I-10. I wouldn't want to be in any EV during a time like that even though I would like to buy a Tesla, I would definitely have a car that uses gas for emergencies

[GoPacers]

Here is a list of Tesla supercharger stations in Florida: Florida Tesla Enthusiasts - Current list of Opertational Supercharger Stations in Florida. (Public) (https://www.teslaownersflorida.org/Public-News/6284964)

I've ridden in a Tesla a number of times - it's a great car and I've not met an owner yet who complains about the range. I get the concern about hurricane evacuations but the probability of a direct hit requiring a mandatory evacuation in TV is low. EV owners of any brand could always leave "early" if that was of significant concern. If you like/want a Tesla - then I hope you buy one. They are awesome cars.

[Altavia]

Here is a list of Tesla supercharger stations in Florida: Florida Tesla Enthusiasts - Current list of Opertational Supercharger Stations in Florida. (Public) (https://www.teslaownersflorida.org/Public-News/6284964)

I've ridden in a Tesla a number of times - it's a great car and I've not met an owner yet who complains about the range. I get the concern about hurricane evacuations but the probability of a direct hit requiring a mandatory evacuation in TV is low. EV owners of any brand could always leave "early" if that was of significant concern. If you like/want a Tesla - then I hope you buy one. They are awesome cars.

The Tesla seems very interesting as a second car in the Villages and supercharger coverage is perfect for my travels around central Florida to the beaches and back.

Wish they made a golf cart with their battery technology.

I'd hunker down before intentionally driving into a mass evecuation situation but the Tesla possibly would make it farther in stop and go traffic on one charge if it could get around cars that could not refuel and ran out of gas ideling in traffic :-)

[biker1]

OK, I see. They don't appear to offer the long-range battery in the rear wheel drive anymore, just the four wheel drive dual motor.

The Model Y doesn't look like it will be available in volume for 2 years. We will take a look at it and the other small SUVs on the market then. We drove a Model 3 some time ago it it was pretty cool, especially the auto-pilot.

325 range is for the RWD and from the last software update. ;)

Brake fluid and glycol changes are valid every 2 years on any vehicle with proper maintenance.

Congrats on your model Y !!

see you around TV!

[rjm1cc]

To my point of view electric cars are suitable for local driving and you recharge when you are home. Even if we had a charging station at every gas station you would have to wait for hours to "fill" up in an emergency. I think it will be many many years before we get electric cars and charging stations suitable for mass evacuations.

[dotti105]

The Tesla SuperChargers only take about 40 minutes to charge the batteries from 5%-20% to 100%.

During Irma, Tesla was able to allow more range with an over the air update. Tesla’s get over the air updates every month or so with advances in technology.

The most exciting recent update was Sentry Mode which enables all 8 cameras to video your car in your absence. Many owners have been able to go to the police with video in hand of hit and runs, damage by careless drivers parking too close and damaging the Tesla, or hateful acts like “keying”.

The technology is pretty amazing. I am hoping to get my model 3 in the near future!

Tesla is adding SuperChargers all over the map. Every rest area on the Fla turnpike will have Tesla SuoerChargers it was recently announced.

As far as safety. TNHTSA has given Tesla 5 star ratings. It’s always headline news of a Tesla catches fire in a crash. But there are many more Internal Combustion Engine car fires than electric car fires. Look it up!!

[GrumpyOldMan]

I wouldn't want to be in any EV during a time like that even though I would like to buy a Tesla, I would definitely have a car that uses gas for emergencies

You do realize that a Tesla's range is about from The Villages to Atlanta, GA?

And that when "idling" in heavy traffic no electricity has to be used in the Tesla. But gas often is used because it uses less gas to idle and pull forward than to turn a ICE on and off and on.

Most ICEs would not do well trying to make the trip to Atlanta on a heavily congested interstate.

But, each to their own.

[DAIII]

Not to mention while sitting in grid lock you can activate the HEPA air filtration with Bioweapon Defense Mode for clean fresh cabin air. and it's American made! shown below in the glorious Red White & Blue!

[graciegirl]

We have a Chrysler Pacifica. We reuse our clothes and save our money and eat our leftovers and turn off lights and try not to pass gas.

Everyone does what they can to take care of Mother Earth.

Some things are just plain silly but every little bit helps the old lady said as she peed in the sea.:)

[DAIII]

We have a Chrysler Pacifica. We reuse our clothes and save our money and eat our leftovers and turn off lights and try not to pass gas.

Everyone does what they can to take care of Mother Earth.

Some things are just plain silly but every little bit helps the old lady said as she peed in the sea.:)


**This** is what makes TV the best place to be! TY GRACIEGIRL for the LOL !!

[Bay Kid]

I would miss the 911 Porsche sound.

[Chi-Town]

When you think Tesla also think SpaceX. Two technological companies on the cutting edge. Thank you Elon Musk.

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[GrumpyOldMan]

And the Boring Company, and the space link internet, and more and more. A true renaissance man, and all American companies and products giving good living wage jobs to Americans.

[Chatbrat]

Give me an old Mercedes 300 SD wagon, with a 900 mile range & you could run in on home heating oil, during a gas crisis--those were the days

[Bay Kid]

Give me an old Mercedes 300 SD wagon, with a 900 mile range & you could run in on home heating oil, during a gas crisis--those were the days

Loved all the Mercedes 300 D's. GREAT CARS!

[Chatbrat]

Do you have to go to the dealer for service? Do they have pick up service? Would really hate to drive to Orlando for anything. Our current dealer is a dream. Never have to set foot in the dealership for purchase or service.

[dotti105]

but then they need gas cans for the generator...

We are looking at installing Solar panels to provide 100% of our power usage. If batteries are installed as part of the solar system, a generator isn’t necessary. The solar panels collect the power during the day and the batteries store the unused power to be accessed at night or during a power outage. Excess power produced is sold back to the utility company. On our case it is SECO, they seem very easy to work with to install Solar, as opposed to Duke, FPL.

It will be very nice to be totally self sufficient on renewable energy!

[GrumpyOldMan]

We are looking at installing Solar panels to provide 100% of our power usage. If batteries are installed as part of the solar system, a generator isn’t necessary. The solar panels collect the power during the day and the batteries store the unused power to be accessed at night or during a power outage. Excess power produced is sold back to the utility company. On our case it is SECO, they seem very easy to work with to install Solar, as opposed to Duke, FPL.

It will be very nice to be totally self sufficient on renewable energy!


I will look into SECO also, currently we are planning on the same, but we are waiting for Tesla Solar Roof and Power walls to be available in Florida at which point we will have those put in and buy a Tesla to replace our current car. That with a pair of electric golf carts.

[Altavia]

We are looking at installing Solar panels to provide 100% of our power usage. If batteries are installed as part of the solar system, a generator isn’t necessary. The solar panels collect the power during the day and the batteries store the unused power to be accessed at night or during a power outage. Excess power produced is sold back to the utility company. On our case it is SECO, they seem very easy to work with to install Solar, as opposed to Duke, FPL.

It will be very nice to be totally self sufficient on renewable energy!

Do you know the cost and return on investment?

[biker1]

Can you share some details? For example, what is your annual power usage (kWh), what sized system are you planning to install (rated kW and number of panels), and what is the cost? Thanks.


We are looking at installing Solar panels to provide 100% of our power usage. If batteries are installed as part of the solar system, a generator isn’t necessary. The solar panels collect the power during the day and the batteries store the unused power to be accessed at night or during a power outage. Excess power produced is sold back to the utility company. On our case it is SECO, they seem very easy to work with to install Solar, as opposed to Duke, FPL.

It will be very nice to be totally self sufficient on renewable energy!

[Chatbrat]

Most import is your age and how long do you plan in living in the house

[golferling]

I don't want to hijack this thread, but if you are looking for a 220V Tesla Charger, I have one for sale. PM me (photo attached)
Please contact Charlie Regan at 391-9693 if it is still available. Thanks . ASAP. Thanks!

[Footer]

We have been driving Teslas for 5 years and love them. We have a 240V outlet in the garage so we can go from 0 to full charge in 10 hours, but with the little driving we do in The Villages we only charge once a week. We occasionally charge at the Turkey Lake service plaza on the way to Orlando. We stop at Kingsland (north of Jacksonville), Savannah airport, and Columbia SC on our way to Charlotte. Road trips are pretty easy with the supercharger network. If we had the new Tesla S 100D we would have enough range so only 1 stop would be needed to get to Charlotte.

We haven't taken our car to Orlando for service yet. We have gone to the one in Chicago every year for annual maintenance, which is 80 miles from our Wisconsin home. They give us a Tesla loaner. It's not ideal. It would be nice having it closer. However, Tesla says annual service is no longer needed.

We have a normal electric golf cart. They have carts with lithium batteries but it's a big cost premium.

[dotti105]

Do you know the cost and return on investment?

We are currently just getting quotes and they have ranged from $11,000 to $30,000 depending on American made panels vs Chinese made panels, voltage of each panel and type of invertor used.

We want a system large enough to provide greater than 100% of our current power needs, as we will be purchasing an EV and want to err on the safe side.

The ROI is not great. Especially for those of us over 65. But I would not be doing this to make a financial return. I really have strong opinions on the environment, and If the investment is paid for at 12 yrs or so, we will be happy with that. (the average most of our bids show) Then is equal to cost of electricity from he local utility.

We are not in a rush. We want to be well educated on our options as well as the industry as a whole before we move forward.

[dotti105]

We have been driving Teslas for 5 years and love them. We have a 240V outlet in the garage so we can go from 0 to full charge in 10 hours, but with the little driving we do in The Villages we only charge once a week. We occasionally charge at the Turkey Lake service plaza on the way to Orlando. We stop at Kingsland (north of Jacksonville), Savannah airport, and Columbia SC on our way to Charlotte. Road trips are pretty easy with the supercharger network. If we had the new Tesla S 100D we would have enough range so only 1 stop would be needed to get to Charlotte.

We haven't taken our car to Orlando for service yet. We have gone to the one in Chicago every year for annual maintenance, which is 80 miles from our Wisconsin home. They give us a Tesla loaner. It's not ideal. It would be nice having it closer. However, Tesla says annual service is no longer needed.

We have a normal electric golf cart. They have carts with lithium batteries but it's a big cost premium.


We only need 5 individuals to form a club. I think it would be fun and a great source to share information.

[Martian]

We are currently just getting quotes and they have ranged from $11,000 to $30,000 depending on American made panels vs Chinese made panels, voltage of each panel and type of invertor used.

We want a system large enough to provide greater than 100% of our current power needs, as we will be purchasing an EV and want to err on the safe side.

The ROI is not great. Especially for those of us over 65. But I would not be doing this to make a financial return. I really have strong opinions on the environment, and If the investment is paid for at 12 yrs or so, we will be happy with that. (the average most of our bids show) Then is equal to cost of electricity from he local utility.

We are not in a rush. We want to be well educated on our options as well as the industry as a whole before we move forward.

We agree complete with everything you said.