[Livestream Recap] Vol. 38: A Long-Distance Family Road Trip in a Tesla—How Were the Range and Everyday Practicality?

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Highlights and Topics

1. A Long-Distance Family Road Trip in a Tesla [06:09]

  • We drove a Tesla Model 3 from Hyogo Prefecture to Toba in Mie Prefecture and back—a round trip of about 670 km. We had no concerns about charging and enjoyed a comfortable drive.
  • We checked in advance that our hotel had AC charging. The battery was at around 50% when we arrived, and it had charged to 100% by the next morning.
  • We were impressed by the Tesla Model 3’s efficiency. The trip showed us that frequent fast-charging stops aren’t necessary, even on a long drive.

2. Why the Porsche 987 Spyder Is So Special [49:08]

  • The Porsche 987 Spyder stands out for its nimble handling and direct driving feel. Its light weight, precise steering, and sharp responses make it a highly accomplished sports car.
  • The 987 Spyder offers the pure pleasure of driving. Its analog character delivers a very different experience from today’s cars, which rely more heavily on electronic controls.
  • One thing to watch is the soft top. It may flutter at highway speeds or stretch over time as it ages.

3. Other Topics [57:57]

  • A viewer shared news about deliveries of the 718 Spyder RS. Deliveries appear to be getting underway in Japan, too.
  • Owning both an EV and a fun car can make for an ideal Porsche owner experience: enjoy the comfort of an EV for everyday driving and take a thrilling sports car out on weekends.
  • The joy of driving a manual is something an EV can’t replicate. Manual models focused on driving enjoyment, such as the Carrera T and 987 Spyder, are well worth considering.
  • When buying a 992-generation Carrera T, many people weigh whether to opt for rear-axle steering. It significantly enhances handling, so if your budget allows, we recommend choosing a car equipped with it.

Hiro

I am Mina’s husband. I don’t drive cars as fashion or a status symbol. I like cars that are fun to drive, well engineered, and that let you feel what the people who built them intended. I love long-distance touring, and I believe a car only counts when you drive it. On days off I travel around Japan in our cars. On the blog I mainly write test-drive reports and touring notes, and I also look after the...

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