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

John Taylor, a 35-year-old entrepreneur from California, had never owned an electric vehicle before he purchased his Tesla Model S. After a year of driving it, we caught up with him to see what surprised him most about owning a Tesla.

According to Taylor, one of the biggest surprises was how much he enjoyed the quiet ride. "I thought I would miss the rumble of my old gas-guzzler," he said. "But honestly, the silence is amazing. It's like driving in a luxury car."

What else did he discover about his Tesla?

• The convenience of Teslas' Autopilot system: Taylor raved about how easy it was to use Autopilot on long drives, saying "it made me realize I don't have to be constantly engaged with the road when driving."
• The car's impressive acceleration: With a 0-60mph time of just under three seconds, Taylor said he was surprised by how quickly his Tesla could accelerate.
• Overnight software updates: Taylor mentioned that he received regular software updates overnight while parked, keeping his car up-to-date with the latest features and security patches.

We asked Taylor if there were any downsides to owning a Tesla. "Honestly," he said, "the only thing I miss is being able to take my friends for a spin in the old gas-guzzler." But overall, he's very happy with his purchase.