About this episode
Exploring the world of electric vehicles in motorsport, this episode features Jordan, a Tesla Model 3 owner and driver, who shares insights on modifications for track performance. Key upgrades include adjustable suspension components and a big brake kit, enhancing handling and braking. Jordan discusses the importance of battery management, revealing how state of charge impacts performance and the need for efficient charging solutions at the track. The conversation also touches on the future of EV technology in racing, including regenerative braking and potential advancements.
Love them or hate them, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are here, so why not hammer the s%&t out of them on a race track just like we've been doing the old internal combustion engine (ICE) for years and years!
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Battery degradation & performance, $600 'Bonus Module' for 2 seconds a lap improvement, trackside sharing and more with Jordan Priestley of ReVolting Performance as he runs us through this 2021 Model 3 Performance Tesla while competing at the Optima Batteries street car challenge.
The car runs a number of Unplugged Performance suspension components and 4 point roll bar with JRi double adjustable shocks, AP Racing brake package & square (same size front to rear) 19x11 Forgeline wheels wrapped in 305/30R19 Falkens.
Interestingly the battery level does operate within certain 'sweet spots' in relation to charge, with Jordan noting a 40mph loss of speed climbing up the hill at Laguna Seca at lesser charges. He also touches on his trackside generator charging setup, a common question from those interested in how EV guys manage battery charge during track/race days.
There is a long way to go with EVs to get them anywhere close to being the same when it comes to how a race weekend looks compared to someone just tipping E85 or similar in the tank, but racing is racing, and it's great to see some earlier adopters keen for some new challenges.
Tesla Model
"... before we get into the intricacies of managing a Tesla Model 3 for a track day, let's talk about the actual mo..."
Tesla Model 3
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Ford Falcon
"...eath and a lot of wheel. We're running a 30530R19 Falcon RT660 tire. Is this a squeecy outside?"
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