First-time Tesla owner shares what shocked him the most after owning the car for a year: 'The more I drive this car…'

As a first-time Tesla owner, you'd expect some growing pains when transitioning to an electric vehicle (EV). But one thing that caught us off guard was how much we relied on our trusty mobile charger. It seems we're not alone.

We spoke with a long-time reader who recently celebrated his one-year anniversary with his Tesla Model 3. We asked him what surprised him the most about owning an electric car, and he had this to say:

'The more I drive this car, the less I plug it in,' he chuckled.

He went on to explain that he initially thought he'd need to charge his car daily. But after some experimentation with different charging routines, he discovered that his Model 3 can easily go three or four days without a top-up – and still have plenty of juice left over for his daily commute.

The Benefits of EV Ownership

So what does this mean for prospective electric car owners? For one, it means you might not need to invest in an expensive charging station right away. However, as your driving habits become more predictable, a dedicated charger can be a convenient (and stylish) addition to your garage.

We've got just the thing: our 15w 10w Charger Pad for Tesla Model 3 is a sleek and wireless solution that'll keep your car charged without taking up valuable space. And with its built-in LED lights, you can charge your phone or watch while your car's powered up – it's like having your own personal charging station!

But What About Entertainment?

We asked our friend about his experience with the car's infotainment system, and he had some high praise for Tesla's software updates. 'I was blown away by how intuitive the navigation is,' he said.

'And let me tell you, I've never been a fan of ambient lighting in cars – but the 256 colors LED light strip under my center dashboard has become my new favorite feature!' he exclaimed.

While we can't vouch for its exact benefits (after all, it's not like we're driving around in a Tesla ourselves...), our 256 colors LED ambient light does offer some pretty cool features – including app-controlled color adjustments and customizable patterns. Maybe one day you'll be the envy of every driver on the road!

Soundtrack to Your Drive

We also asked about his experience with the car's audio system, and he had this to say:

'The speakers in my Model 3 are seriously underrated – they're actually pretty great!' he said.

We couldn't agree more (and we've got a few sound systems ourselves that'll make your ears happy). Check out our Morel Maximo 6 MK11 Car Audio system for an upgrade that's sure to leave you feeling like you're driving in high-end luxury.