Tesla
Model Y -
Inventory -
Design
Model 3 -
Inventory -
Design
Tesla Owners Manuals
Tesla Service (Subscriptions)
Tesla VIN recall search -
NHTSA recall search
Tesla Parts Catalog - Parts Catalog Search
Tesla:
Insurance -
Manufacturing -
Safety Score (Beta)
Tesla Owners:
Meet Your Tesla -
Delivery Day -
After Taking Delivery -
New Owner FAQs -
Service Visit Information -
Support -
Warranty -
Multi-Factor Authentication
Tesla Engagement Hub
Tesla Event Data Recorder (EDR) Resources
Tesla Voice Commands
Tesla Motors Club Forums - Investor Discussions
Other Accessories for your Tesla:
Jeda -
Jeda USB Hub for Model Y
(electrek review) -
Jeda Wireless Pad
1975 Creations -
Quick Bandit - Model Y front license plate mount
Every Amp (previously: Living Tesla) -
Model Y Hitch Cover Removal Tools -
Wired Phone Fast-Charging Kit
Reverse Logic Limited -
Low Profile Jack Pads
Charging Adapters:
Tesla Charging
Tesla CCS Combo 1 Adapter -
ev-lectron.com version -
Hansshow hautopart.com version
evseadapters.com - TT-30 Adapter for Tesla Model S/X/3/Y Gen 2
evseadapters.com - NEMA 6-30 Adapter for Tesla Model S/X/3/Y Gen 2
Home Made Adapters
carcharging.us adapters
ABetterTheater -
TeslaWaze.AzureWebsites.net
Top Pick Vehicle: Electric Small SUV/Crossover/Wagon:
* Tesla Model Y Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive Long Range (326 miles) -
Model Y Ordering FAQ -
Design
Manual - Online -
Manual - PDF -
Support Videos -
Parts Catalog -
Accessories -
Charging Info -
Charging Store -
Checklist 1 -
Checklist 2
Tesla Motors Club - Model Y
IIHS Crash Test - 2022 Tesla Model Y - 2021 Top Safety Pick+
Other options:
Electric Small SUV/Crossover/Wagon Options:
+ Ioniq 5n
Rivian R2 2026
Lucid Gravity
Volvo EX30
Chevy Equinox EV
Kia Niro EV -
specs - Front Wheel Drive 239 miles range
Hyundai Ioniq 5 - AWD 256 miles range - (limited quantities)
Kia EV6 - AWD 274 miles range
Hyundai KONA Electric - Front Wheel Drive 258 miles range (only sold in select states (Not in Illinois))
Volvo XC40 Recharge (SUV) - AWD 223 miles range -
youtube video
Volvo C40 Recharge (Crossover) - "200+" miles range
Genesis GV60 (Coming spring 2022) -
autoblog photos
Ford Mustang Mach E GT - Doug DeMuro video review
Ford Mustang Mach E
Volkswagen ID.4
Chevy Bolt EUV
Nissan Leaf (226 miles) -
ChargingMap (use IE or Edge browser) -
(non-US long range version = NISMO) -
Reviews:
Electrek first drive -
ExtremeTech
Audi Q4 e-tron -
video review (in German)
Jaguar I-PACE (234 miles)
Kandi EX3 (Chinese)
Electric Small Sedan Options:
+ Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive (353 miles) -
wikipedia -
Tesla Checklist -
github checklist -
Do It Yourself -
Parts Catalog -
Charging -
Wired Charging Cables -
Design
Hyundai Ioniq (up to 124 mile range) -
2017 review
Polestar 2 (275 miles, 4.7s 0-62) (Volvo/China) $63,000+ (not in Illinois) -
Youtube
Electric Large SUV/Crossover/Wagon Options:
Rivian R1S
Electric Truck:
Tesla Cybertruck
Rivian R1T
Ford F150 Lightning
Electric Mini-Van:
Volkswagen ID. BUZZ -
electrk article
Hybrid Small SUV/Crossover/Wagon Options:
Toyota RAV4 Prime - plug-in hybrid powertrain and EV-only capability
0-60 MPH in 5.8 Seconds and Estimated 90 MPGe
drive an estimated 39 miles on battery alone on a single charge
Toyota Venza - hybrid AWD crossover
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid - 35 MPG - $40k-$4.5k tax credit (price includes tow hitch option)
Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid - "40 MPG combined" - $40k (no tow hitch?)
Hybrid Small Sedan Options:
Honda Insight
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Gas Small SUV/Crossover/Wagon Options:
Subaru Forester - 28 MPG CR Overall
Mazda CX-5 - 24 MPG CR Overall
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Charging Speeds:
Tesla Wall Connector Charging Speeds
Tesla Mobile Connector Charging Speeds
energysage - "The Tesla Wall Connector home EV charger complete review"
Find Electric Vehicle Charging:
Tesla Superchargers Map/Service/Stores -
SuperCharger info
Supercharge.info changes -
Supercharge.info map
A Better Route Planner
Plugshare - find charging stations -
App
Volta - charging map for Drivers - (currently free level 2 charging)
afdc.energy.gov -
ELEC Map -
find charging stations
blink
carcharging.us
ChargeHub - find charging stations -
App
Chargemap
ChargePoint -
App
eGallon - Department of Energy - Compare gas to electric costs
Electrify America
evconnect
EVgo
EV Trip Planner
OpenStreetMap
Plugsurfing -
Map
Overseas:
Fastned -
Netherlands
Ionity -
Europe
Electric Fast Charging Standards:
CCS - Combined Charging System -
Wikipedia
CHAdeMO -
Wikipedia
Tesla Supercharger -
Wikipedia
Car Recalls:
NHTSA Goverment Recalls
Battery Chargers:
Battery Tender Plus 021-0128 12V - Amazon
Battery Tender Junior 12V - Amazon
Booster/Jumper Cables:
Schumacher BC-1804 18' 4 gauge Red - Amazon
AAA 4326AAA Heavy Duty 16" 6 gauge - Amazon
Booster/Jumper Equipment:
ATD-5925 -
Amazon
Energizer/UPG All-In-One -
news -
Popular Mechanics -
Amazon
Schumacher PSJ2212 12V 22Amp DSR Jump Starter -
Amazon
Tires:
Michelin -
Pilot Sport A/S Plus
Yokohama -
YK520 -
review
Vendors:
Tire Rack -
Discount Tire -
Discount Tire Direct
Wheels:
Konig Wheels
RonJon Wheels - Inspire Wheels
Other:
Abstact Ocean - Customization for your car
Abstact Ocean Jack Adaptors
Autosock
Dreamcase - bed for your car
Jeda USB Hub
TeslaFi - log Tesla charging
Make:
Acura -
Acurazine -
Acurainspired
Honda
Hummer
Lexus
Tesla -
(Teslamotorsclub -
Teslamotorsclub forums)
Toyota -
Software Update Downloads
(link option 2)
Naperville
Oakbrook Service Specials
St. Charles Service Specials
Toyota Prius v Three
PRIUSchat forums -
Hybrid Hypermiling -
Winter MPG -
PRIUSchat Fuel Economy
Fuelly
Draw-Tite Sportframe Hitch 24847 -
Amazon
IIHS crash tests
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EV Incentives (rebates/tax credits/etc...)
Federal:
New Electric Vehicle - Federal Tax Credit Up To $7,500 (Select "January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024")
Note, there are limits to vehicle options and maximum price limits to vehicles.
"In addition, your modified adjusted gross income (AGI) may not exceed:
$300,000 for married couples filing jointly
$225,000 for heads of households
$150,000 for all other filers"
Pre-Owned (Used) Electric Vehicle - Federal Tax Credit Up To $4,000
"Vehicle must be purchased from a dealer, have a sale price of $25,000 or less, and must have a model year two years prior to the current calendar year."
"In addition, your modified adjusted gross income (AGI) may not exceed:
$150,000 for married filing jointly or a surviving spouse
$112,500 for heads of households
$75,000 for all other filers"
Electric Vehicle charging equipment + install - Federal 30% Tax Credit up to $1,000
"For consumers who purchase and install qualified alternative fuel vehicle refueling property for their principal residence, including electric vehicle charging equipment, between December 31, 2022, and January 1, 2033, the tax credit equals 30% of the cost with a maximum amount of $1,000 per item."
State:
Illinois - Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
State EV incentives available
Fueleconomy.gov: Compare vehicles efficiency
NCSL "Special Fees on Plug-In Hybrid and Electric Vehicles" by state
Auto Financing:
dupage credit union
Auto Loan Amortization Calculator:
Calculator.me
Shop For EVs
Forth Mobility
Plug In America
EV Social Clubs
Fox Valley Electric Auto Association
Electric Vehicle News:
Clean Technica
Elektrek
Green Car Reports
Inside EVs
Jalopnik
Teslarati
Car Detailing (washing, polish, etc...):
Zaino Z-7 show car wash -
Z-18 Claybar -
Z-6 Ultra Clean Gloss Enhancer Spray -
Zaino Beginners -
How To Zaino -
Car Care FAQ
Chemical Guys Swift Wipe Waterless Car Wash -
Amazon
Meguiars car polish -
Meguiars Gold Class Car Wash
Reviews:
Autopia.org - car detailing
Auto Body Work:
International Body Shop - Elmhurst
Radar Detectors:
Uniden Firmware Updates
Uniden R8w -
Uniden R/TACH APP
Uniden R8 -
R8 Downloads -
Best Buy -
Amazon
Vortex Radar: Uniden R8 configuration -
"How to Use Your Uniden R8" -
"How to Set Up & Program Your Uniden R8"
Uniden R7 -
R7 Downloads -
Amazon
Vortex Radar:
R7 configuration -
R7 1.46 update info
Best Radar Detectors
How To Hardwire a Radar Detector
Older Radar Detectors:
Uniden R3 -
Vortex Radar Uniden R3 configuration -
Best Buy -
Amazon
Valentine One -
Store
V1connection, the app (Velentine Android app)
JBV1 (Alternative Android app)
YaV1 (Alternative Android app)
V1-Driver (Pre-Release) (Alternative Android app) -
V1Driver links -
Settings
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