So I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience driving this Tesla. Having spent 39 years in a technical work environment, I am no stranger to technology and I am very impressed with how well the menus and configurations of the many different options there are, have been developed by Tesla. Driving gas powered cars for 40 years, I’ll admit that there are a few things that take getting used to but I can attest to the fact that it did not take long. I really do like this car more than I anticipated. Hats off to Tesla, they have done a great job making these vehicles. Thanks for the test drive Mike, I’m happy that your choice of a vehicle will also benefit the environment.

My wife took my 93 year old father for a drive in our model 3, his frist canr was an old second hand Model T, even at 93 he loves and is amazed at the technology and really has the perspective to appreciates the jump forward Tesla have made.

I'm 69 and basic AP has been a game-changer for us when we take long road trips. It relieves a lot of the stress and boredom of long-distance driving.

Your dad tries to keep a chill face but it's obvious how much he likes driving the car!

I just got my Model Y LR vehicle a couple weeks ago. My first drive home with my vehicle was quite an experience - I did do a small previous test drive. The weirdest unique feeling with the Model Y was using the single pedal driving. Instead of coasting like a gas vehicle when let up on the accel pedal, the model Y always wants to brake and slow down. So I had to cautiously come to a stop behind any vehicles at the stop lights. Did not use my brake pedal one time going home for the first time. Now after 2 weeks of driving, I am quite used to single pedal driving. Plus there so many features and options on a Tesla, and I am still learning some of them. I am retired from Motorla and currently 74 years old. So i have been around Technology all my life. Thanks for your video and take care.

Just like I was. I was in market for a new car few weeks ago. I was very hesitant about going to tesla, not because I didn’t believe in the car, but because I tried a few tesla before and the build quality wasn’t there. I tried a bunch of cars, before I gave model 3 a shot, within 2 min of driving I like it more than I thought I’d be. And I placed my order the moment I step out of the car, now I’m waiting for my model 3.

Last weekend, I took a test drive in a Model 3…and getting back into my Acura felt so archaic! I’m placing an order for a Model 3 asap! My reaction to the regen braking was exactly the same as your Dad’s.

Nice video, really makes me miss my dad.

My father in law loves old cars paints and fixes them up. He drove my tesla model 3 and said surprisingly (to himself) I really like this wow. And is now convincing the mother in law she will be getting one as her next car, its perfect he says haha. And he explains all the things he likes about it, no fuel, no maintenance, the safety features, the self driving, the speed, and its not much more expensive then a really descent ICE car.

I so wish my Dad was still alive to enjoy a drive in my 3. After 50 years in the automotive industry he would have been blown away. Great video. Thanks for sharing!

Re regen braking: I typically control the slow down by easing the pressure on the accelerator pedal. This allows me to be in total control of the acceleration and deceleration with one foot. I don't take my foot off the pedal to slow down unless I'm on the expressway/highway and driving fast... in which case I'm usually hitting the brake like a normal car. It took me a few minutes to adjust but once I did, I was in love. I wish my Dad was alive to witness this technology. I think he would have loved it. This video was pleasant to watch. Thanks for sharing it

I’m 77 and got My Y about three weeks ago as a bucket list celebration for surviving break through Covid. I really like the car a lot but wish I had some control over font size on various screen items as I have difficulty reading the small fonts. Fortunately I’m getting more familiar with the voice commands. If I make it to 80 I’ll have to opt for FSD so it can just take me where I need to go.

I think I overloaded my parents with too much info before they started driving 😂 I now just tell friends "its really different to a normal car" and mention the regen braking.. then let them find out for themselves. Glad your Dad loved it.

Good job, Dad! I’m 65 and totally love my Model 3 SR+. Highly recommend you getting your own; then you don’t have to ask Jr for the keys! 😄

My dad passed away before I bought my Tesla. I would have loved to have been able to do this kind of drive with him. Thank you for the video.

Very laid back and nice dad you got here ;) Awesome he maintained an objective view on driving an EV

Being a little younger than your father and growing up in Miami in the 80’s, your review resonates with me. I appreciate his perspective and your ways of introducing him to a paradigm shift in transportation. After decades of high performance luxury ice vehicles (too much work and not enough play), I’m moving from a 6 figure sport sedan to a model 3 lr (delivery in 15-25 days, a moving target). Please understand that I am not subtle bragging but to put into perspective of how exciting for a jaded motor head and amateur competitive driver to be optimistic about the future. Very few ice vehicles excite me anymore, even if free. They are just derivatives, tired old variations that rob the future.. EV is the better and right future. And thanks for a tour of home.

I took a model Y for a short test drive about 2 months ago. The tesla sales person just showed me the basics and I was let loose to drive it by myself. I was 74 at the time and found the car very easy to drive. One pedal driving was also easy to get used to. The model 3 was too small of a cabin for me but the model Y was perfect. The price here in Canada at $77,000 is rather expensive, but I do like the car.

Your dad seems like a cool guy. Enjoy your time with him!

That's a nice dad and son bonding

The car trip is cool and all the tutorial is informative but the coolest thing is your Dad and the connection between you two... Happy Holidays...

I got my MY today, and I picked up some good tips with this video. Thanks.

It’s a good feeling when you 1st drive a Tesla on the freeway of love.

I recently put 500 miles on the model 3. I had to learn all these things too. It’s amazing for sure. At 0-60 mph it’s faster than a Hellcat challenger.

I am a young just turn 70. I was a little scare watching your dad. But my next car will be a model 2. Thank you so much.

The way I like to explain the throttle is as a speed selector. Press hard to accelerate, and modulate for the desired speed. For slowing down for stop signs and stuff, I usually gradually let off the throttle to slow at a more normal rate. Once you get used to it, it's really intuitive.

your dads smile towards the end of drive

I’ll have to do this with my parents. Should be very interesting.

This is the best intro to Tesla driving that I’ve seen. Many thanks to you and your dad for sharing this!

“You done with the jokes?”😂😂 that’s what goes through my mind every time someone gets in my car and goes “it’s so loud” when I start driving

2019 i test drove a M3 and end up with a LR M3, we did not need an extra car but now we glad that we did.

Thanks for the real world practical review.

Love how dad thinks of safety and on the different style of driving. :)

I learned so much about the car and its technology from this video. I was aware of the concepts but not the nuts and bolts of operation. I feel if I was to drive one I would at least have a clue on what to do. The rest would just need some time. Thank you.

Driving a Tesla is definitely a next level experience. Virtually nothing to worry about, just drive to your destination. Been driving one for two years now and my main concern nowadays is where I'm at on my playlist! When merging, if I want to be first for safety reasons.....I just hit the go pedal and I'm first. No drama, no risk, no effort! You really can't help thinking of all the effort by the big automakers to keep this technology off the market. This tech virtually kills the automobile dealership model and every auto repair garage in the country because of the no maintenance aspects of EV ownership. They had electric vehicles from the beginning but greed won out and the public has been screwed for over a hundred years. If EV's had only been developed from the beginning, we would have a very different looking country. Yeah, it was that big a deal!

Cool dad. So clam & listen to advices.

I got my model 3 may 2019. I’ve driven over 80.000 km with it. It didn’t even have one pedal driving yet at that time but it’s one of my favorite features of the car apart from low maintenance, fuel costs and excellent performance. I have the LR AWD version so far without speed boost 😁. But one pedal driving is awesome! As is the car overall.

Awesome video and review; 'butts in seats' is what sells a Tesla, not commercials. His initial reactions and thoughts are common and typical after they drive one. This IS the 'ultimate driving machine'; soon to be autonomous in the near future.

So cool to do that with your dad.

As an enthusiast who has never been able to drive a Tesla…I loved this video’s approach. Thank you.

Excellent video. Dad is impressed.

Regarding regen, when I allow people to test drive my car, I tell them that the car doesn’t coast. If you want to coast, you need to keep your foot on the pedal. It feels like you’re “feeding gas” but you’re not.

A friend of mine let me drive her BMW i3, which has pretty aggressive regenerative braking. I'd been reading about this for a long time and thought it would be a hard thing to learn to live with. Within about 15 minutes, it seemed normal. I had no problem at all with it.

What an absolutely great video!! Thank you!

My dad was always interested in new tech and I really wish he was here today trying out our Y. He would have loved it!

Incredible video. Your father is so cool, and very sharp fellow. Your dad picked up on all the little nuances of driving a Tesla for the first time. The big question, is he gonna buy one for his next car?

I call the Tesla experience "effortless relaxing exhilaration"... drive is so smooth, relaxing, but also fast and fun! (tech too) You get used to regen braking very quickly, and fall in love with it... so much safer too, as it starts slowing as soon as you even THINK about slowing (subconsciously, your foot starts lifting)... and the steering and acceleration are equally as quick and responsive. Autopilot takes some time to get used to having the car in control, but is a HUGE game-changer for long roadtrips (and heavy traffic, mostly), so much more relaxing, less fatiguing, and safer to boot (as long as you keep eyes alert on the road.) Great drive!

I bet he would like the outside Speaker features, putting all his buddies on blast coming down the street

Wait until you show your dad camp mode for sleeping or how you can precondition the interior remotely prior to driving off. These are some of the key bonuses of EVs. The future sure is exciting.

Great video on a Tesla, I really enjoyed watching. learned a lot as well.

This is a dope video. I said to myself “hey that looks like Florida” then when he turned onto the on-ramp I was like “wait I know that on ramp”. 😂

very well done video and thanks to pop for not being an actor for the camera. was easy to show my mother that this is not a spaceship. thanks, guys

Thanks for sharing this.

I am not young myself. But i love to see clips like this. He learned one pedal drive in just one try. You should tough him about voice commands. I love sending text via voice and call via phone. And btw did you know that if you want a special song played you just need to know some of the lyrics. Just say play and the lyrics you know and it finds it (most of the time) like an anti shazzam

What a coincidence! I live in Davie, never expected to see a yt vid from my town, just stumbled upon this because I just ordered my Tesla!

Its really nice seeing my street on KZfaq screen, I can’t wait to get my model Y in March, maybe I can give a test drive to anyone that want the experience, just to win more souls for Tesla. lol

Awesome real raw video

LOL loved the dad jokes from dad.

Saving on driving fatigue and lower back pain is a huge benefit to Regen braking. You should be keeping your hand on the wheel though...

“Are you done with the jokes ? “ 😮

This actually very useful for me, who just ordered one! Also, I wish my dad was still around to show him a e car! :(

I feel like the cameras should adjust the braking during regen braking depending if there is an object in front.

Good video. One minor issue...autopilot requires that you remain focused with 1 hand on the wheel in case you need to take control. The safer we Tesla drivers are, the better for everyone.

Mike, Blue Circle is cruise control to blue lines on the sides are autopilot

With the regenerative brakimg start with a hybrid to get the feel if you need to.

I just had a friend drive my Model Y and it was his first time as well. I think he didn't want to like it but he did. I always tell people who are curious to just go drive one and see for themselves.

Cool video! I was noticing how there were like no semi trucks on the road. Where I live, there are semi trucks everywhere on the interstate, in at least a two hour range in any direction.

Welcome to the future pops!

Very enjoyable vid ❤

so cute. when we were younger, they taught us. now we're older, we teach them

Feel free to make a series of "How to Tesla" videos so people can learn the vehicle more deeply. Maybe that would help with some people's anxiety... and give the rest of us something to learn until our current car outlives its financial benefit.

The rear view mirror "That's a manual adjustment." 🤣

Good stuff

I'd love to see my father's reaction to driving a Tesla for the first time. ONE DAY!

My son scheduled a test drive for myself and him about 3 years ago in a Model X and Model 3 when I came to visit him. I thought it was a lot of fun and just something to do while I was there. Fast forward to today and I have owned a Model 3 for 2+ years and couldn’t be happier. Sold some Tesla stock last year and enjoying the FSD beta I added on. My son is now waiting for me to ‘sell’ 😉 him my Model 3 and upgrade to a Model S. 😁

👍🏽nice, my Dad passed in January, he wanted one, 🥺😞 i wish he was still here to see mine that i just took delivery of🥺

Great Video!

Thank you for telling your dad about the scroll wheel to get rid of the autopilot nag, I accidentally did it yesterday and didn’t think anything of it until I just heard you tell your dad that that was a way to remove the nag, in my opinion that’s alot better that having to shake the wheel and sometimes accidentally turning off autopilot.

One thing I learned is to use more of the right button / voice commands. Especially for things like wipers, glove box, and music requests!!

You rfather really went for Fossil Fuel Engine Car !! Nice

got my MY on Feb 14th 2023. same problem. I wish Tesla recall all MY and fix it at Service Center. And other rattling noises from the rear seat and headrests when extended on rough roads not on the freeway

Great video man! I love all electric cars! I have cerebral palsy I use a walker and wheelchair I’m saving up for my all electric Chevy Silverado or Tesla! Electric cars are better for your health Especially me with my cerebral palsy! Your dad did a awesome job

My Prius had REGEN but it still drove like a regular car (slight braking). TESLA regen is on a whole another level.

The center mounted TV is a bit much and must cause a lot of eyes off the road situation, plus how can that beast of a screen not be a hazard for night driving? I last thought, what do you do if the screen suddenly goes dead?

after I saw the radio stations, I knew you were in south fl. Then I saw the fountains lol...

That was nice.

Mike I see you live in south Florida. I am in palm beach. Is it possible to check out your mode 3. I ordered mine but Tesla showroom doesn’t have any that I can sit inside to feel the interior

That’s the best to convince people to switch to EVs. Get them to actually drive one.

"keeping us in the center pretty amazing" please show him some FSD 10.8

Wow!

one correction. if you are on autopilot and nudge the wheel, it will just disengage the autopilot, but still keep the cruise control on.

This video made me want the Model 3 even more. I just have to wait until the used cars drops a bit more in price and I'll get one.

😂😂😂😂😂😂 Hi Lauderhill/Tamarac Floridian. I'm watching the video, and I'm thinking hey that looks like Lauderhill or Tamarac. Right now I am in North Carolina sometime next year I'll be back in Florida. I wonder if I still have my Sunpass tranpsonder🤔

That complex looks like my grandmas in Broward/Tamarac!!

Nice kneesteering!

My phone holder is always at eye level (air vent mount) so I can look at the GPS. Tesla’s map position is tough for me to follow, so I turn on voice navigation

Hi, was it one padel driving. Please, show us foot pedals to make us understand basic controls. I drive manual transmission car and eager to know its acceleration function.

Nice 👍

That was awesome,

My dad would probably have liked one as he didn't really enjoy driving and always bought automatics, I'm looking forward to the day all cars are fully autonomous so I can get driven home from the pub😀