Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
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Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#2“Beginning today, Model S and Model X now come with an all-new drivetrain design that increases each vehicle’s range substantially, achieving a landmark 370 miles and 325 miles on the EPA cycle for Model S and Model X Long Range, respectively. Using the same 100 kWh battery pack”
Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#3They also announced on Twitter: "As a thank you to our Tesla owners, all existing Model S and Model X owners who wish to purchase a new Model S or Model X Performance car will get the Ludicrous Mode upgrade, a $20,000 value, at no additional charge"
Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#4I wonder why the Model 3 isn't getting the new drivetrain.
Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#5So they added the Switched Reluctance Motor technology used in the Model 3 for the front motor, improving efficiency.
Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#6I wonder why the Model 3 isn't getting the new drivetrain.
It already has the new motor technology. The S and X used to have induction motors front and back, while they now have a switched reluctance motor in the front.
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#7I wonder why the Model 3 isn't getting the new drivetrain.
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#9“Beginning today, Model S and Model X now come with an all-new drivetrain design that increases each vehicle’s range substantially, achieving a landmark 370 miles and 325 miles on the EPA cycle for Model S and Model X Long Range, respectively. Using the same 100 kWh battery pack”
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Re: Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer without larger batteries
#10So they added the Switched Reluctance Motor technology used in the Model 3 for the front motor, improving efficiency.
It's a permanent magnet motor. It's an IPM design so some amount of the torque comes from reluctance, but the majority of the efficiency is from the permanent magnets providing the field rather than having to burn energy through the induction motor's copper bars to provide it.