{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Steve Sheridan's 2026 Model Y Performance Journey","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/steve-sheridan-s-2026-model-y-performance-journey","audioUrl":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/1385/injector.simplecastaudio.com/ceb1e8cf-4fbd-47cf-8311-d19305db8014/episodes/3d0ad0e2-e9a0-40d5-90a4-494cc43e21e6/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=ceb1e8cf-4fbd-47cf-8311-d19305db8014&awEpisodeId=3d0ad0e2-e9a0-40d5-90a4-494cc43e21e6&feed=MowndT5i","description":"Description:\nIn this episode, I sit down with Steve Sheridan to talk about his upgrade from a 2020 Tesla Model Y Performance to the new 2026 Model Y Performance. Steve shares what motivated the change, including the significantly improved ride quality, quieter cabin, and refinements Tesla has made to the vehicle over the last several years. We discuss why the Model Y continues to be the right fit for his needs, from garage constraints to the features he values most, such as one-pedal driving, visibility, and Tesla's user interface.\nSteve also walks us through the ordering and delivery process, including a few issues that popped up at delivery and how Tesla addressed them. We chat about his decision to go with the Quicksilver paint option, paint protection film, ceramic coating, and some of the cosmetic changes he made after taking delivery. Finally, Steve shares his thoughts on the latest version of Full Self-Driving, where it's improved, where it still falls short, and why he remains attentive behind the wheel. It's a fun conversation packed with real-world ownership insights for anyone considering the updated Model Y.\nSupport the Show\nhttps://www.supportkilowatt.com/\nOther Podcasts:\n\n \tBeyond the Post YouTube\n \tBeyond the Post Podcast\n \tShuffle Playlist\n \t918Digital Website\n\nLinks:\n\n \tSteve Sheridan on Instagram\n \tSteve Sheridan on X\n \tSteve Sheridan on YouTube\n \tSteve Sheridan on Mastodon\n \tSteve Sheridan on Threads\n\n*Show Art Created By Dall-e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising."},"annotations":[{"startTime":31.1,"endTime":184.6,"type":"person","title":"Steve Sheridan","url":"/glossary/steve-sheridan","quote":"on today's episode we have Steve Sheridan and he is going to tell us all about his 2026 Model Y performance.\n\n...So with that, let's go ahead and welcome Steve to the show.","canonicalId":"person:steve-sheridan","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Steve Sheridan is the guest in this episode, and he’s the one who owns and discusses his Tesla Model Y Performance. The hosts frame the conversation around his personal ownership experience and updates.","simplifiedExplanation":"Steve Sheridan is the guest on the show. 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So you could operate most appliances,\nnot high power appliances, but you know, a fridge or a washing machine.","canonicalId":"term:120-volt-ac-power","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“120 volt AC power” refers to standard household-style alternating-current electricity in the U.S. EVs can output this kind of power through the right adapter, enabling you to run common appliances (within limits).","simplifiedExplanation":"This means the power coming out is like normal home electricity (the kind you’d get from a wall outlet). With the right setup, you can run some household devices from the EV."}},{"startTime":1769.9,"endTime":1774.8,"type":"term","title":"16 inch screen","url":"/glossary/16-inch-screen","quote":"What about the, so it's got a bigger\nscreen than mine. It's got a 16 inch screen. 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The speaker is saying the system does it more frequently than they would choose themselves."}},{"startTime":3243.2,"endTime":3254.8,"type":"term","title":"lower modes","quote":"Now, if you go to these lower modes, the sloth of the chill, lane changes will occur less often.","canonicalId":"term:lower-modes","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In Tesla autonomy discussions, “lower modes” typically refers to reduced-aggressiveness driving settings that change how assertively the system behaves. Here, the speaker links lower modes to fewer lane changes, implying a tradeoff between driving style and autonomy behavior frequency.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Lower modes” means a less aggressive driving setting. 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The problem is that the system doesn’t let them control those things separately."}},{"startTime":3269.2,"endTime":3277.6,"type":"term","title":"Tesla interface","quote":"Maybe you wouldn't want to do it in the Tesla interface on the car, but in the app, maybe there is a way to fine tune this kind of stuff.","canonicalId":"term:tesla-interface","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Tesla interface is the in-car UI where drivers can adjust settings for autonomy and driving behavior. The speaker suggests that fine-tuning autonomy parameters might be better done in an app than in the car’s interface.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Tesla interface is the screen and controls inside the car. 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Here, the host is saying the car can guide itself to the right charging spot so you can plug in more easily."}},{"startTime":3492.0,"endTime":3497.9,"type":"term","title":"noise","url":"/glossary/noise","quote":"He was most interested in noise first and ride quality second. He said, you'll be happy with it.","canonicalId":"term:noise","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In EV context, “noise” usually means how quiet (or not) the car feels at speed—things like tire/road noise and any motor or drivetrain sounds. The speaker says the other buyer was most interested in noise first, implying NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) is a key part of the Model Y Performance decision.","simplifiedExplanation":"Here “noise” means how loud the car is—especially road and tire sounds. 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