The Tesla Trips planner's vehicle selection is outdated, lacking options for newer models like the refreshed Model 3 "Highland" RWD Long-Range. This prevents users from getting accurate range and charging estimates specific to their vehicle.
🚗 **Trip Planning: ABRP vs. Tesla Trips** Before any road trip, I like to map things out—even if I know the route well. This Thursday, I'm driving from Hollywood to Las Vegas. It’s not exactly an epic journey, but this will be my first trip in the refreshed Model 3 "Highland" RWD Long-Range. It’s rated at 363 miles per charge, and the trip is only 276 miles. So naturally, I wanted to see how the planners compare. **Tesla Trips:** Tesla Trips hasn’t updated its car selection in a while—no option for my car yet. The closest match is the old Long Range at 358 miles. Using that, the app recommends a short 5-minute charge en route. For reference: * My 2021 AWD Long Range also required a 5–10 minute stop. * My 2023 LFP RWD had a smaller 272-mile range, so I always needed about 15-20 minutes. But this Highland refresh is incredibly efficient. **A Better Routeplanner (ABRP):** ABRP let me input my actual car model. It planned the route with 100% charge at departure, arriving at the Vegas house with 12%. That’s reassuring—and even if I miscalculate, there are Superchargers in Primm & Vegas. Plus, my Airbnb has a garage with an EV charger. Free juice! Curious: does anyone else use ABRP for pre-planning? I’ve found its car database and planner way more accurate for estimating efficiency and range. I’ll probably let FSD handle most of the drive and keep the speed around 70–75 mph. If I stay above 4 mi/kWh, I should arrive without issues—even with the AC blasting in 100+ degree heat, I think I'll make it