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Market segmentation? The same way Tesla limits its car battery capacity in software.
by somebodythere 7y ago
Market segmentation? The same way Tesla limits its car battery capacity in software.
- sergiotapia 7y agoCan you hack your battery to use its full capacity?
- bdamm 7y agoIt is unclear if anyone has broken through the crypto on the battery pack firmware (at least for newer cars, Model 3 and Model Y). Similar for the motor controller firmware.
- throwaway1777 7y agoWas gonna give the same example. It’s common industry practice sadly. Tesla and gopro are hardly the only two offenders. It used to be a common tactic among cpu manufacturers also.
- ProZsolt 7y agoWhat is the problem? You get what you paid for. A lot of costs are R&D. If they wouldn't do this they most likely wouldn't sell at this many price ranges.
- D_B_Koopa 7y agoThis is generally done to protect battery cell health. Much like SSD memory one cell in the battery failing will ruin an otherwise fine battery.
- speedgoose 7y agoYes, many electric cars have a buffer. Not all Tesla though. That's why it's not recommended to charge a Tesla to 100% everyday while it's fine with many other brands. But Tesla did sell a few cars with different battery capacities and exactly the same hardware. If you got the smaller capacity then you got a buffer. Tesla could unlock the buffer remotely, if you give them more money or if you need to evacuate before an incoming hurricane or similar.
- zxcmx 7y agoYeah I think fair to charge the customer more to access more of the total battery capacity because Tesla is now assuming more warranty risk on the battery.