I looked into the range extender and it appears to be a 50kWh battery. That would give the truck an additional 40% range. I think I will see if I can pass on the Foundation series and pick up the range extender. That may make it viable to make the Florida Drive.
I really started this thread just to understand my options and of course get a different point of view than what I have been harboring internally. Thanks for everyone's feedback it definitely gave me a few different perspectives. Also please share if Tesla offers options when inquiring on your...
Yes, I'm hoping someone does this and conducts a test. I probably will replace the wheels and tires regardless. Also would consider getting the range extender to make this a viable option.
This is a tangent & don't care to debate the range of my Model S.
I am wondering if others are considering this a mistake purchase after putting down the 1k. Also interested in seeing what my options are.
I appreciate others sharing what they plan to do in a similar situation.
Is anyone else having serious concerns/remorse on the foundation series range? I completed my down payment Christmas eve, and since have been seeing range tests maxing out around 250 miles on the freeway.
I currently have a 2022 Model S long range (405 mile range) and have done the trip...