The 38-Kilometer Miracle
from eMotors: Electric Revolution Hosted by eMotors Electric Revolution
The 38-Kilometer Miracle tells the story of how Tesla Europe managed to squeeze an extra 38 kilometers of WLTP range out of the Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)—all without altering a single battery cell or updating a line of software. By pivoting to specialized Giti Ultra-Low Rolling Resistance (ULRR) tires, Tesla dropped the car's energy consumption to an impressive 12.2 kWh/100 km. However, this "miracle" exposes a classic automotive compromise, as early owners report premature tire wear under the strain of instant EV torque and heavy vehicle weight.
Embed this episode
No transcript yet.