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Tesla takes on $30B in credit as it approaches unprofitability

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  1. speedgoose · · focus · HN ↗
    Sorry TSLA holders, it's partly my fault as I got my 5 years old Model Y checked by a third party garage for everything that should be fixed by Tesla before the end of the main warranty period.
    1. sippingabonedry · · focus · HN ↗
      I'm reminded nearly every other day that EVs need no maintenance and should never see the inside of a mechanic's garage.
      1. drnick1 · · focus · HN ↗
        What maintenance do they actually need? Tires, brakes, wiper blades, air filter, washer fluid? All fairly trivial to DIY. One thing that I would do is disable the cellular modem, to prevent unwanted "upgrades."
        1. sippingabonedry · · focus · HN ↗
          > One thing that I would do is disable the cellular modem

          Is that even possible in modern EVs? Without breaking critical functions like maps, etc.

          1. 2III7 · · focus · HN ↗
            That's what Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are for.
            1. shalmanese · · focus · HN ↗
              Tesla does not have CarPlay/AA support.
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